Housing With Supports

Program Overview

Housing with Supports helps people with physical disabilities stay housed and live independently in the community.

The program provides one-to-one support for people who are moving into housing or have recently been housed after experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

Bellwoods delivers this program in partnership with the City of Toronto.

Who Can Access This Program

You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 16 years of age or older
  • Have a physical disability
  • Live in the City of Toronto
  • Are moving into housing or have recently been housed after experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • May be leaving hospital or a transitional program
  • Are able and willing to work with staff on goals related to independent living

What Support May Include

Support is based on your needs and may include help with:

  • Moving into your home and getting set up
  • Building routines to manage daily life
  • Connecting with income supports and community services
  • Accessing furniture, equipment, and basic household items
  • Navigating healthcare and other services
  • Maintaining housing and landlord relationships

How the Program Works

You will work one-to-one with staff to:

  • Set goals
  • Build skills for independent living
  • Connect with supports in the community

Support may begin before or shortly after you move into housing. Services continue based on your needs and goals.

Costs

There is no cost for support services provided through this program. Clients are responsible for their own living expenses, including:

  • Rent
  • Food
  • Furnishings
  • Transportation and personal expenses

Staff can help clients explore funding options and cost-saving supports.

How to Apply

Housing with Supports is usually accessed through referral.

Referrals can be made by:

  • Hospitals or transitional programs
  • Community organizations
  • The individual

An assessment is completed to determine eligibility.

Additional information is available by contacting us at :

Linta Kunnuthara
Community Access & Intake Specialist
Telephone: (647)-458-2206
E-mail: lkunnuthara@bcclsp.org