We offer a holistic program which addresses any concerns that residents may present.

Our program offers the following:

• residents have house meetings to discuss house issues
• we educate residents on healthy lifestyle choices
• a nutritious food plan
• staff assist residents with medical appointments when necessary
• residents can participate in the employment program
• residents have the opportunity to learn interpersonal skills like assertiveness and conflict management
• a wellness plan for each resident
• a social recreation programming
• volunteers who are available to residents

Hillholm House

Our first house is situated in the Forest Hill community and offers rent-geared-to-income housing for adult mental health consumers. Our houses are under the Residential Tenancies Act therefore there is no time limit to the tenancy. Staff are available on site for 12 hours per day on weekdays and 7.5 hours per day on weekends. The house is a mixed house with five men and five women, with an on-call service overnight. Our program relies on the active participation of the residents for cooking, cleaning, shopping, house care, and planning social events.

Beverley House

Our second house opened in 2002 and is a supported rooming house for women only, who have a history of homelessness and serious mental health problems. This program offers permanent housing for women who are currently homeless and eligible for Ontario Disability Support Program or Ontario Works. Staff are available on site for up to 22 hours, including an overnight staff. At present, as in keeping with the original guidelines provided by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, our partnership agencies provide us with referrals.

In addition to the services listed above:

• staff prepare meals for residents which include a breakfast and dinner
• staff assist residents with medication
• staff assist residents with laundry
• staff refer residents of CCAC for personal care when required

* Please note that neither of the houses is wheelchair-accessible.