The Prevention and Outreach stream at Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary offers support and advocacy to vulnerable youth and their families.
Operating through a natural support lens we serve youth between the ages of 14-24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in connecting to the supports they need to successfully transition to adulthood.
Questions about or referrals for programs listed below can be made by calling or texting 403-828-HOPE (4673), or by emailing hope@bgcc.ab.ca
403-828-HOPE
403-828-HOPE (4673) is a centralized referral service for youth and agencies supporting youth in need of housing and basic needs support.
What does 828-HOPE do?
828-HOPE provides youth with timely support to end their time on the streets including:
- Information about and referral to youth housing programs in Calgary
- Assistance in applying for supports related to housing (e.g., Red Cross Emergency Fund, rent assistance)
- Support to avoid eviction
- Emergency needs resources (i.e., housing, food, clothing, hygiene supplies)
- Link to immediate support and connection to the Script team for young people at risk of homelessness
- Link to Fusion family workers who provide case management to vulnerable young people and natural supports navigating them away from homelessness or involvement with the justice system
- Support to prevent future incidences of homelessness and the issues related to homelessness (criminal activity, fines, poor health) that impact front-line policing
- Support to complete the SPDAT process for accessing housing support
Fusion
Fusion works with vulnerable youth and their families/natural supports to build relationship skills and improve family functioning. Fusion recognizes the importance of relationships and social supports, and aims to create a network of positive, non-professional resources for youth and their families.
What does Fusion do?
Fusion offers a flexible approach to working with youth and their families or natural supports. Fusion provides a timely and mobile response to youth and families seeking support through barrier-free individualized services. Fusion supports youth and families through conflict resolution, advocacy, employment support and educational support, linking to resources, mediation, problem-solving and coaching.
Who is Fusion for?
Fusion is designed to support youth, ages 14-24, and their families/natural supports.