“Shelter Prevention & Diversion” refers to the strategies used to prevent individuals, particularly youth, from entering emergency shelters or the homelessness system. Learn more about the prevention and diversion services at oneROOF Youth Services.
Read MoreBy acknowledging the efforts of staff in the social sector, we highlight their invaluable contribution to creating stronger communities. Meet our staff members...
Read MoreoneROOF Youth Services is proud to partner with Conestoga College, providing paramedic students with a meaningful and impactful placement experience. This collaboration allows students to gain invaluable hands-on experience in community health and social services.
Read More[REPOST] We gathered a list of unique ways to educate yourself on issues surrounding homelessness. View this list of creators, directors, authors, and artists who are doing it right! Social media, traditional media, and more.
Read MoreIn honour of #WorldHomelessnessDay (October 10th, 2024), local media agencies Riptide Creative and Fractured Frames - Crash & Fern Productions came together to help share the mission of oneROOF Youth Services.
Read MoreThe Shared Living Collective is a group of Waterloo Region organizations each offering unique, affordable housing opportunities.
Read MoreAfter 19 years of dedicated service, we are saying farewell to our Chief Executive Officer, Sandy Dietrich-Bell. A few words from Sandy...
Read More[REPOST] The impact of oneROOF Youth Services is best reflected in the lives of those we serve. These are some of their stories…
Read More[REPOST] It has always been clear that certain sub-populations of young people are overrepresented in the youth homelessness population. The month of June prompts us to take a closer look at two of these sub-populations: Indigenous young people and LGBTQ2S+ youth.
Read MoreAfter 10 years of dedicated service, we are saying farewell to our beloved Fund Developer & Volunteer Coordinator, Bonnie Kropf. We wish her all the best in her next chapter and thank her for her dedication to oneROOF Youth Services.
Read More[REPOST] We gathered a list of unique ways to educate yourself on issues surrounding homelessness. View this list of creators, directors, authors, and artists who are doing it right! Social media, traditional media, and more.
Read More[REPOST] Supportive housing is a highly effective strategy that combines affordable housing with intensive coordinated services. Learn more...
Read More[REPOST] oneROOF Youth Services strives to educate the public on youth homelessness, street life and related issues. Join us as we explore 50 facts about youth homelessness, both locally and nationally.
Read MoreThroughout 2023, we surveyed youth currently utilizing our services to hear their feedback. In this instalment of Youth Voices, we’re sharing what they had to say…
Read MoreIt’s the season of giving! Here’s ten unique ways to support oneROOF Youth Services and help those we serve this holiday season.
Read MoreWe gathered a list of unique ways to educate yourself on issues surrounding homelessness. View this list of creators, directors, authors, and artists who are doing it right! Social media, traditional media, and more.
Read More[SEASONAL REPOST] It’s important to discuss weather-related injuries and explore the factors that worsen those commonly afflicting the homeless population, such as frostbite and hypothermia.
Read MoreWe’re exploring Statistics Canada’s youth data to better understand the demographic we serve. Take a look at these 20 interesting facts about today’s youth.
Read MoreNumbers don’t lie. We’re sharing this data to help you understand the services we provide and the need for those services in Waterloo Region.
Read MoreThe impact of oneROOF Youth Services is best reflected in the lives of those we serve. These are some of their stories…
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