by Debora Jesus | Jul 6, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
This Pride Month, LOFT’s Community Support Worker Christopher Grondin shared what a day in his life looks like at our McEwan Housing and Support Services program. LOFT’s McEwan Housing and Support Services program offers supportive housing and one-on-one support for...
by Debora Jesus | Jun 11, 2021 | Adults Programs
With LOFT for almost two decades, Julio receives support for his physical health challenges and housing needs. Julio is a client at our McEwan Housing and Support Services program. He lives with HIV and the health complications that come from being a long-term...
by Debora Jesus | May 18, 2021 | Adults Programs
LOFT clients discover the healing power of music Alan Merriam, the president and CEO of Merriam Music, made his first gift to LOFT six years ago. Since then, his investments have helped us to meet increased demands on our programs, ensuring that our clients maintain...
by Debora Jesus | May 14, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
Living with LOFT for several years, Chris appreciates not having to hide his life experience Chris grew up in Parry Sound. He moved to Toronto to attend university, but the new rhythm of life in a big city was a shock for him. After struggling with his studies for...
by Debora Jesus | Apr 21, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
A mental health activist, Sharon receives support for her physical and mental health needs at LOFT’s Pelham Park Gardens Supported Housing program. Sharon has been living at Pelham Park Gardens, a Toronto Community Housing (TCH) site for more than 30 years. An...
by Debora Jesus | Apr 21, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
Crystabel uses her lived experience and advocacy to offer support to LGBT2SQ+ clients navigating mental health challenges and homelessness. Crystabel knows the challenges of being transgender. When she transitioned, she lost her job and her apartment. She chose to...