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NATIVE MEN’S TRANSITIONAL HOUSE

The Native Men’s Transitional House is a 12-bed hostel that aims to assist Native youth aged 16 to 24 who are homeless or under-housed, by providing the following opportunities:

  • A stable living situation that enhances the ability to find and maintain employment, enter job training programs and/or return to school;

  • A realistic living experience where Native young people can take responsibility for their living space, time management, food preparation, leisure activities, housekeeping and budgeting;

  • An appropriate environment in which to practice independent living while having access to NCFST staff and programs for support;

  • Daily social contact that enhances interpersonal skills;

  • A means to determine areas where additional support is needed before moving on to unsupervised living;

  • Ongoing support after leaving the program in order to maximize a successful transition to independent living.

How the program works

  • Residents may stay in the Transitional House for up to 18 months. Rent is subsidized by the City of Toronto and the Province of Ontario, and each resident signs a Residency Contract;

  • Applications for residency are completed by NCFST's Youth Program Outreach Worker and approved by the NMTH team;

  • Each resident is assigned a primary youth worker who provides, counselling, case coordination and discharge planning are done by members of the Youth Program Team;

  • Each resident is involved in identifying needs, goals and a plan of action to achieve independent living. This includes assessments of vocational and/or educational levels and needs;

  • The House has a live-in mentor to ensure stability and security and to provide structure, support and guidance;

  • With an emphasis on positive Native identity, opportunities are provided for involvement in healing activities and culture-based programming such as drumming and traditional teaching. Native Elders are involved to facilitate the cultural education of residents.

Referrals

Contact Native Child and Family Services at 416.969.8510 for more information.
 
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