Bridging the Gap
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Record #:
BTN4791
Last Full Update:
03 Oct 2022
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 905-635-0663 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-877-425-8661 |
| Fax | 905-333-1844 |
| info@bridgingthegaphalton.ca | |
| Website | www.bridgingthegaphalton.ca |
| Primary Contact | Transitional Youth Workers and Service Navigator |
Agency Information
| Description (Agency) | Nonprofit community-based program serving youth ages 16-24, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness * confidential service * family members not informed when youth seek assistance |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 2009 |
| Primary Executive | Steve Levac, Program Manager |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal ; Provincial ; Federal |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Provides case management support to youth ages 16-24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in: * finding Ontario Works * food * alternative education * work * housing * counselling * financial management * life skills Host Homes initiative: * matches youth with host homeowners who provide safe temporary housing Bridge House program: * provides transitional housing for youth for a period of up to 2 years in residential neighbourhoods in Burlington and Milton Oakville Residence * provides transitional housing for a period of up to 2 years in a bachelor style apartment Service Navigator (north-end Halton only) * connect youth ages 14-24 with community supports and case management |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) - 24 year(s) |
| Application | Varies by program, contact for information |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Program - for transitional housing |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 1445 Norjohn Court, Units 1 & 2 Burlington, ON L7L 0E6 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Housing / Shelter ; Youth |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Help to Find Housing ; Shelters for Youth ; Transitional Housing |
| Service Categories | Case/Care Management ~ Homeless Youth ; Homelessness Prevention Programs ; Housing Search Assistance ~ Youth ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Homeless Youth ; Transitional Housing/Shelter ~ Homeless Youth |