Quick facts

Service type: Housing
Eligibility: Individuals who have been unhoused and who are recovering from mental health challenges. Must be able to live independently with a low to medium level of support.
Location: Lewis St., Toronto, ON

Building description

Lewis St. offers a total of 15 bachelor units at Rent-Geared-to-Income and Market Rent. This site is for individuals who have been unhoused and are recovering from mental health challenges. Our model of service is client-centred recovery. Tenants must be able to live independently with a low to medium level of support.

 

On-site personal support: Housing workers on-site. Community support workers visit clients weekly and for crisis intervention.

 

Support services include:

  • Connecting residents to trusted local agencies for additional support, such as health care, housing help, legal aid, or employment services
  • Immediate crisis support for mental health issues, violence, or personal emergencies
  • Assistance with clutter and pest control to help keep your home safe and comfortable
  • Regular gatherings where residents can share concerns, receive updates, and help shape the community
  • Quick check-ins by phone or in person to ensure residents are safe and supported

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Step 1: Register your application/interview
Individuals interested in applying for this WoodGreen Supportive Housing location must go through our referral partners: Access Point, Canadian Hearing Services (CHS), and Fred Victor, following their respective application processes and waitlists.

 

Step 2: Call for available spots
Once spots are available for this location, our team will notify our referral partners.

 

Step 3: Review applications
Applications will be reviewed for key requirements by the Housing and Supports Departments, which will assess suitability based on the referral. Applicants meeting the criteria will be invited to a viewing and interview.

 

Step 4: Interview & Decision
Applicant and their referring worker will be invited to participate in the interview process if they have shown interest in the unit offered. Both Housing and Supports will assess the applicant’s needs and suitability. If the applicant is a good fit, WoodGreen will officially send an offer to the applicant.

 

Step 5: Lease Signing & Intake
Once the applicant receives a written offer, the housing team will schedule the lease signing. The support team will usually conduct its intake assessment during this time. The applicant will receive an Expectation Agreement with the building activities, rules, and how to access services provided within the program.

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For additional information or support on participation or completing the application, please contact us through our General Inquiries page.

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