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Welcome to WoodGreen

WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, delivering integrated programs from physical, mental health and disability services to affordable housing and pathways to employment. For 85 years, we have worked with communities to improve health and wellbeing for seniors, single mothers, newcomers and youth, creating new opportunities to thrive.

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OPPORTUNITY LIVES HERE

Welcome to WoodGreen

WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, delivering integrated programs from physical, mental health and disability services to affordable housing and pathways to employment. For 85 years, we have worked with communities to improve health and wellbeing for seniors, single mothers, newcomers and youth, creating new opportunities to thrive.

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Child Care

WoodGreen supports families with young children, providing quality child care, special needs resources and parenting programs that promote healthy child development. In addition to licensed child care centres, we also run after-school programs and day camps during March Break and summer holidays.

Child Care

Disability

Our programs assist adults and children living with developmental disabilities to enhance their independence and quality of life. We provide access to affordable housing, financial counselling, health services, recreational activities and peer-led support programs for families and caregivers.

Disability

Employment

WoodGreen offers a range of free employment services to help job seekers develop and market the right skills. We offer one-on-one coaching, resume writing support, job search tips, training opportunities and access to youth internships, creating pathways to long-term employment.

Employment

Financial Empowerment

Through free workshops and one-on-one financial counselling, we provide personalized solutions to financial challenges. We can support with budgeting, debt management, banking and financial services, preparing income taxes, low-income retirement planning, accessing government benefits and more.

Financial Empowerment

Health & Wellness

We partner with hospitals, health agencies and Personal Support Workers to improve community health and wellbeing. Our team can assist with assessments, medical services, case management, walk-in counselling, wellness programs and access to other community-based services.

Health & Wellness

Homeward Bound

This four-year education and employment program is designed to give single mothers in challenging circumstances the tools to make a fresh start. WoodGreen provides holistic support with housing, child care, counselling, tuition-paid college education, internships and job search training.

Homeward Bound

Housing & Homelessness

We provide seniors, youth, newcomers, individuals with disabilities, psychiatric survivors and people experiencing homelessness with safe and affordable housing. WoodGreen owns and manages 12 housing sites, where tenants can access the full range of our services.

Housing & Homelessness

Newcomer

Our team helps newcomers make a successful transition into Canadian society. We offer access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, child care, language training, and a range of other settlement services. Our newcomer youth programs help young people make friends and connect with the community.

Newcomers

Seniors

Working closely with community health agencies, we deliver integrated care to help seniors and older adults with disabilities improve their health and live with dignity and independence. Our services include access to affordable housing, home support, medical escorts, counselling and recreational activities.

Seniors

Youth

A wide range of our social, recreational and mental health services are designed specifically for young people. Our team can help you find the support you need — whether it’s housing, financial counselling, wellness programs or educational and employment opportunities.

Youth

Happening at WoodGreen this month

Support our UNMET Needs Campaign

More than ever, Toronto needs your help. More than ever, WoodGreen needs yours.

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Free language training and mentorship for internationally trained professionals

Get training and support to find a job in your field.

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WoodGreen receives its largest donation in its 86-year history

The $4 million donation from the Sprott Foundation will help support new affordable housing for seniors

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Summer Camp Registration Now Open

We are now accepting registrations for our 2023 Day Camp for kids ages 6-12.

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Free video guides for caregivers

Educational videos to help unpaid caregivers find the support they need.

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Become a volunteer at WoodGreen

Join our stellar team and help to make the difference in our community.

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Join our Youth Wellness Space

Youth (12-29) can visit our Youth Wellness space for snacks, games, homework help and fun programs, offered throughout the year.

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Register for FREE Tax Clinic

Need help with your taxes? We operate year-round tax clinics for low-income individuals and households.

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Latest News and Updates

Teen Paparazzi: How Young Photographers Captured the Glitz and Glamour of the UNMET Gala

Some budding young photographers had a chance to document and be part of the action firsthand at the inaugural UNMET Gala. See some of their photos!

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Personal Support Workers’ critical role in avoiding health care crisis

The task of keeping people from needing costly hospital visits in Ontario's already strapped healthcare system has fallen largely to PSWs.

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From Our Experts: How to Find Home Care in Toronto

When caring for someone at home becomes too much, what care help is out there and where do you begin to find it? Our experts break it down.

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A new WoodGreen seniors affordable housing project receives a $4 million boost, thanks to The Sprott Foundation

The Sprott Foundation announced it's giving WoodGreen a $4 million gift to go towards a new affordable housing development for seniors at 60 Bowden St. and to launch the WoodGreen Foundation's UNMET Needs Campaign.

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Volunteers’ value to charities about more than dollars and cents

A quiet force of volunteers is at work in Canada, logging daily hours serving their communities and asking nothing in return. What they're actually contributing to WoodGreen is invaluable.

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