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Yonge Street Mission
Community Support and Family Services, General Services
- Description
Family support services including advocacy, care management, Christmas assistance; lunch program, in partnership with Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services
- supper program
- computer classes
- children and youth programs including homework help and tutoring, summer camps, March break day camps
- child care, see separate listing
Food Bank
2-3 days supply of unprepared, non-perishable food, appointment required, see separate listing
Adult and Youth Meals
Also assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm clothing ,see separate listings
Adult Services
Includes meal, life skills classes, Bible studies
Bridges Adult Program
Chronic poverty initiative includes courses, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, case management and social events- health promotion
- volunteer and employment programs
- summer social program
Counselling Services
Professional therapy for youth, adults, couples and families unable to afford counselling, by appointment- psycho-educational groups on topics such as anger management, anxiety, depression, emotional wellness
- Christian orientation provided as requested
- in-person and virtual sessions available
- call 416-355-3568 or email [email protected]
- children 6-15 years and adults 25 years and older - counselling is at Davis Centre at 270 Gerrard St E; counselling for youth 16-24 years is at Evergreen Centre at 365 Spadina Ave
Drop-in Programs
Includes employment services and housing assistance
Employment Services
Individual employment and job readiness support for adults and youth, call 416-929-9614 ext 4275 or email [email protected] for informationCommunity Development
Collaborates with, supports, and equips residents, community agencies, grassroots groups, and faith communities to strengthen neighbourhoods
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)- Eligibility
- Focus on individuals and families with low income
- Bridges Adult Program: individuals 18-60 years, living with generational poverty
- Seniors program: 60 years and older
Residency Requirements: Downtown Toronto - Application Process
- Call or email for appointment, or visit website for information; income assessment required for some services
- Office
- 416-929-9614 ext 3200 - Support Services Intake
- Office
- 416-929-9614 ext 4275 - Employment Services Information
- Counselling Intake
- 416-355-3568
- Website
- Visit Website
- [email protected]
- Mailing Address
- 306 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G7
Canada - Languages
- English, Other languages may be available, contact for information
- Fees
- Most services free; fees for some services, based on income
- Documents Required
- May vary; contact for information
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator, lowered buttons ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Street parking
- Topic(s)
- COVID & Flu Season Resources (D) - Housing Support
- Food - Cooking classes and facilities
- Housing - Help to find housing
- Mental Health / Addictions - Community mental health services
- Child / Family Services - Recreation for children/families
- Employment / Training - Career counselling
- Employment / Training - Job search support/training
- Youth - Recreation for youth
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- Last Updated On
- January 29, 2025
- Address
- 270 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Cross street: Parliament St and Gerrard St E
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Community Supports Mon-Fri 7 am-6 pm, Sat 12 noon-6 pm, Sun 2 pm-6 pm (varies by program)Mon7:00 am to 6:00 pmTue7:00 am to 6:00 pmWed7:00 am to 6:00 pmThu7:00 am to 6:00 pmFri7:00 am to 6:00 pmSat12:00 pm to 6:00 pmSun2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Mental Health Services, call or email for appointment, ongoing sessions by appointment Mon-Wed, Fri 9:30 am-4:30 pm; Thu 9:30-6:30 pm
Employment Services by appointment, contact for information
Office Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm - Service Area(s)
- Toronto Downtown