Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) - Vancouver (Recovery Club)

Provides outreach to people who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to house. Outreach workers meet with individuals where they are - on the street, in a shelter, or in a temporary place - to determine housing needs, and provide assistance with immediate physical and safety needs such as 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. Follow-up is offered as required. Serves Vancouver. Street team's hours are 6 am to 2 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 7 am to 3 pm Wednesdays. Funded as a Homelessness Outreach Program (HOP) by BC Housing.