Moving From Housing Uncertainty to Housing Stability

Who it’s for:    
Youth of all genders committed to finding and maintaining sustainable housing.

Contact:          
Call 780.970.5114 or email us 

Youth Housing First provides FREE support for youth ages 16-24 who are experiencing homelessness by assisting them to find sustainable housing and maintain housing over a 9-month period.

Program Goals

  • To help youth experiencing homelessness overcome barriers to improving their physical and mental health.
  • To eliminate risk factors affecting youth housing by facilitating the transition to stable housing.
  • To reduce homelessness among the youth population.

Areas of Support

The team follows the Critical Time Intervention Model to best support youth to be independent. This is accomplished by using a phased approach.

Available On-Site Services

To support youth during the critical time of transition, Youth Housing First provides:

  • Access to housing without preconditions to address barriers to housing
  • Financial assistance for rent, for eligible participants, and housing-related expenses
  • Home visits and transportation assistance
  • Case planning, crisis planning and SMART goal development
  • Life skills coaching
  • Referral and connection to natural and professional supports
  • Opportunities to participate in cultural traditions
  • Career and educational upgrading information
  • Budgeting and financial information

60 youth were housed, giving them a foundation to rebuild their lives and work towards a brighter future. (2024)

Contact us to learn more.

Call 780.970.5114 or email us.

Our Program Partners

Operated by enCompass. Funded through the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions and Homeward Trust.