Service
Community and Family Services - Abbotsford
Provided by The Salvation Army - BC Division
142 other services offered by this agency.
Community and Family Services - Abbotsford
Multi-service drop-in centre provides hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and household goods, as well as lay counselling and emergency disaster services. Offers access to laundry and shower facilities from 2 am to 4 pm daily, as well as phone services. The Outreach Team offers case management and outreach support to individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, difficult to house, or experiencing crisis situations. On-site supports include weekly access to a nurse, nurse practitioner, physician, and income assistance worker. The team assesses housing needs, provides referrals appropriate services, and assists with obtaining identification and income assistance. Staff support individuals through housing applications, appointments, viewings, move-in process, and liaising with landlords; rent subsidies may be available to assist eligible participants. Also compiles and maintains a list of rental housing options in the Abbotsford and Mission areas. Clients are connected to culturally appropriate services and referred to additional supports such as health care, counselling, and addiction recovery services. Funded as a Homelessness Outreach Program (HOP) by BC Housing. A full-time, on-site nurse practitioner and practical nurse provide foot care, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes and STD education and testing, vaccinations and flu clinics, and advocacy for medical and mental health referrals and treatment, with follow-up support as required. Pathway of Hope delivers intensive individualized supports to participants, helping them to achieve short- and long-term goals using a strengths-based case management approach. The Angel Tree Program provides Christmas presents for children in families unable to buy gifts; registration is required. Also operates an emergency shelter, supportive independent living units, a thrift store, a cafe, and a meal centre at this location; all are listed separately. Serves Abbotsford and Mission. Office hours are 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4 pm Monday to Friday.
Website
Contact
- Outreach Office: 604-852-9305 Local 1196 or 1136
- Family Services: 604-852-9305 Local 1199
- Email: al.breitkreuz@salvationarmy.ca
Address
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Centre of Hope, 34081 Gladys Avenue
Abbotsford, BC, V2S 2E8
Mailing Address
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Centre of Hope, 34081 Gladys Avenue
Abbotsford, BC, V2S 2E8