Stepping Forward
Program Goals: To create a place for individuals who face multiple barriers with opportunities to improve their self-sufficiency and overall quality of life.
Criteria
Non-Housing First Support & Life Skills Workshops/Training
Adults (18+) residents of Winnipeg
Imminent Risk of Homelessness:
- People who are unable to secure permanent housing because they do not have sufficient resources or support networks immediately available to prevent them from moving to an emergency shelter or a public or a private place not meant for human habitation.
- Couch surfing
- Precariously housed
Objectives
To create a sense of belonging in the Centre and within the community.
To offer services that enhance community and social participation.
Programs & Services
Enrollment in the Stepping Forward Programs include one-to-one counselling, access to drop-in, and a variety of group workshops.
Drop-In
- Social and Community Engagement
Non-Housing First Supports
Available for participants who do not qualify for housing first programs and referred through End Homelessness.
- Home Visits
- One-to-one counselling
- Advocacy services
- Referral Services
Life Skills
Life Skills Training
Focus on personal development
Addictions Support
Harm Reduction approach to substance use.
One-to-one meetings and specific workshops.
Employment Readiness
Pre-employment preparation.
Skills building for people to adjust to independent living.
Intake
All intakes for the Stepping Forward Programs are done through Naatamooskakowin (Winnipeg Coordinated Access Points)
Intakes for the Stepping Forward Life Skills Program please call 204-925-3076 or email adminassist@ahwc.ca
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Intakes for the Stepping Forward Life Skills Program
Intakes for the Stepping Forward Life Skills Program