Homeless Outreach and Advocacy Program

Provides outreach and advocacy to Tri-Cities individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Outreach workers meet with individuals where they are at, whether that's on the street, in a shelter, or in a temporary place, to determine housing needs, and provide referrals to services to meet immediate needs such as emergency shelter, food, clothing, and blankets. Also provides help with obtaining identification and income assistance. Connects individuals to housing options by providing support with the application, move-in process, appointments and/or housing viewings, and liaison with landlords; rent subsidies may be available to support this process. Provides links to culturally appropriate services, as well as referrals to other support such as health care, counselling, and addiction recovery services. Serves Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. Workers are available 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by BC Housing.