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Organization: Taking Action on Youth Homelessness St Thomas-Elgin  
Phone Numbers: 519-631-9800 ext 237
After Hours: 211
Website: ywcaste.ca/youth-homelessness-protocol
Location: St Thomas
Hours: Phone: Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm
Contacts: Valerie Beneteau - Housing and Homelessness System Coordinator
YWCA St Thomas-Elgin
519-859-0322
Service Description: Community strategy and action plan to deal with Youth Homelessness in Elgin * youth who become homeless are encouraged to call 211 for assistance * based on assessment the youth is provided supports and services to ensure they are housed in a safe location

Member Agencies:
  • Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health
  • Elgin County Youth For Christ/Youth Unlimited
  • Family and Children's Services of St Thomas and Elgin County
  • Salvation Army - Community Alternatives for Youth - St Thomas and Elgin
  • The INN St. Thomas Elgin (Inn Out of the Cold)
  • YWCA St Thomas-Elgin
Application: Call
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Youth 16-24 years who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
Area(s) Served: Elgin County
See Also: Drop-In Centres for Youth
Emergency Shelters for Youth

This information was last completely updated on 6/11/2024

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