Host Home Program
Host homes are safe, nurturing and supportive homes in the community that welcome youth aged 16-19 that are at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness.
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There are on average 60-100 youth experiencing homelessness in the AnnapolisValley every night.
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Youth leave their homes for many reasons most commonly, it is not safe for them
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Youth homelessness increases the chance that these youth will not complete school, will become victims of crime and exploitation, will experience increased mental and physical health challenges.
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The cost of youth homelessness, if not addressed, in the community are far reaching including increased costs for criminal justice and health care systems.
Help a youth step towards a brighter future today. Become a Host Home.
The Process
What Hosts Provide
- A private bedroom for youth
- Access to food
- Welcoming environment
Hosts will house a youth for varying amounts of time that is determined by the host home from 2 weeks to 1 year.
Hosts and youth will be able to meet each other before agreeing to a move in.
Hosts will be able to contact the Community Engagement Coordinator or the youth outreach worker if the youth has needs that arise.
If you have a spare room or basement suite and you are a safe person, you could be a host home.
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Apply
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Meet with Portal Youth Outreach Association Team Member
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Screening
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Orientation and Training
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Ongoing Support