NATIVE WOMEN’S TRANSITIONAL HOUSE“Ndawemo Myiingaan” – Ojibway for “Howling Wolves”The Native Women’s Transitional House is a program for single women (16 to 24 years) and children (newborn to 6 years) who need a safe and supportive environment. Residents may stay at the house for up to 18 months while making the transition into independent living and stable housing. Rent is based on family size and is geared to the Ontario Works living allowance. The program provides on-site support to women striving to improve the quality of their life. ExpectationsWomen staying at the house are required to participate in programs such as education, job training, life skills and parenting skills. They must demonstrate initiative in meeting self-directed goals. Residents share and contribute to the maintenance of the community kitchen, dining area and various common rooms. OpportunitiesThe House also offers the opportunity to learn about and participate in Native culture through programs including:
Admission Criteria
Women (aged 16 to 24) and their children (up to age 6) leaving a situation of homelessness or unstable housing Special consideration for the Aboriginal population Priority given to young single mothers May include abused women and other groups of high-risk women who are hostel users or living outdoors Other women who need support services to help them make the transition to stable housing Intake/Referral Procedures
Potential residents are referred from within Native Child and Family Services, from external sources, or by self-referral Referral source and client complete resident application forms House staff reviews forms and schedules an intake assessment If referral is appropriate, the potential resident tours the house and meets other residents For more information about the Native Women’s Transitional House, call 416.969.8510 or speak with your NCFST worker. |