by Rosie Rotundo | Jan 29, 2024 | Mental Health, Success Stories, Supportive Housing, Youth Mental Health, Youth Programs
Jmoon grew up in unstable housing conditions, frequently moving and spending much of his childhood in shelters. Without a secure environment, Jmoon faced challenges in pursuing academic and personal goals. When Jmoon was offered a referral to Pankhurst House, he...
by Rosie Rotundo | Jan 29, 2024 | Mental Health, Success Stories, Supportive Housing, Youth Mental Health, Youth Programs
In December, LOFT celebrated the grand opening of Birchmount Green in Scarborough with Mayor Olivia Chow, MP Salma Zahid, Councillor Michael Thompson, and Tim Neeb, President of Birchmount Green, Inc. This new property offers 220 mixed and affordable supportive rental...
by Rosie Rotundo | Jan 29, 2024 | Adult Programs, Housing Support Services, Mental Health, Success Stories, Supportive Housing
Once able to live independently, Frederick lost his home after an extended hospital stay to address a physical health concern. He’d been in the hospital for 128 days when two members of LOFT’s Multi-Disciplinary Outreach Team (M-DOT) visited him before his discharge....
by Rosie Rotundo | Jan 19, 2024 | Mental Health, Success Stories, Supportive Housing, Youth Mental Health, Youth Programs
Jamie grappled with intense challenges from a young age, battling addiction and homelessness. Jamie’s reliance on substances began as a means to cope with past trauma, escalating as she struggled to find stability. She recalled, “My whole world looked dark.” Forced to...
by Rosie Rotundo | Nov 7, 2023 | Adult Programs, Housing Support Services, Mental Health, Success Stories
How LOFT’s M-DOT Program is Restoring Hope for People Sheltering in Toronto’s Transit System Earlier this year, LOFT joined the city of Toronto and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to expand our Multi-Disciplinary Outreach (M-DOT) Program supporting...
by Rosie Rotundo | Oct 11, 2023 | Mental Health
Mental Health vs. Mental Illness: Understanding the Difference Did you know? People often use mental health and mental illness interchangeably, but they define a separate set of conditions. Let’s dive into the contrast and explore practical ways to support your mental...