Addictions Supportive Housing

Type Of Service

Addictions Supportive Housing (ASH)

Program Description

Addictions supportive housing for individuals who are living with problematic substance use issues and who are high users of emergency services. Through the rent supplement program, singles and women-led households can access housing units and follow-up support. Units are available in dedicated or mixed-income buildings.

Eligibility criteria:
- severe and active substance use challenge
- homeless or marginally housed
- qualify for a housing subsidy under the criteria set by the Ministry of Health
- high-intensity service use (emergency department visits, withdrawal management system admissions, hospitalizations, contacts with the justice system).

Access Information

Application is made through The Access Point.

Central Access Referral Application

http://theaccesspoint.ca

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Homelessness / At Risk
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: Yes, Rent geared to income.
• Gender Inclusivity: All Genders
• Age: 16 and up
• Catchment: County/District/Region: City of Toronto
• Fully Accessible
• Some units are accessible.
• Languages: English
• Virtual Service: No

Location

Houselink & Mainstay Community Housing

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Address

South Tower

175 Bloor Street E

Toronto

Operated By

Houselink & Mainstay Community Housing

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Hours

Staff On Call: Monday - Friday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 AM
Saturday - Sunday: Open 24 hours
On-call after hours service is available for maintenance emergencies or mental health crisis support.Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Support staff are available during regular office hours.

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Referral Contact Information

Central Access - Phone: 416-640-1934

Central Access - FAX: 416-499-9716

Central Access - Toll Free: 888-640-1934