John Howard Society of Sarnia-Lambton - Supportive Housing / Intensive Case Management
The John Howard Society of Sarnia-Lambton runs a supportive housing and intensive case management program. It helps people who have been homeless for a long time, or are at high risk of becoming homeless, to find and keep housing, with one-on-one support to build skills and stay housed.
What you get
Free local help
Who it's for
People and families who have been homeless for a long time or are at high risk of homelessness, with big barriers to staying housed.
This takes you to the official website
What to have ready
Documents they may ask for
- Government ID for everyone in your household, if available
- A copy of your lease or rent agreement
- Recent rent receipt, ledger, or proof of what you owe
- Recent pay stubs, benefit statement, or income proof
- ODSP, Ontario Works, CPP, OAS, or other benefit statement if you have one
- Recent bank statement, if the program asks for it
What to say when you call
“Hi, I am looking for housing help. Can you tell me if this program fits my situation, what documents I need, and whether there is anyone who can help me apply?”
If no one answers, leave your name and number slowly, then try 211 while you wait.
Can I get this?
You have a good chance if this sounds like you:
- Referrals usually come from local shelters, jails, and hospitals
What to do next
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The fine print
More details about the money
No cash benefit. Ongoing help finding housing plus intensive one-on-one case management.
Amounts and eligibility change. Confirm the current figure with the program administrator through the official link before you rely on it.
The full eligibility rules
People and families who have been homeless for a long time or are at high risk of homelessness, with big barriers to staying housed. Referrals usually come from local shelters, jails, and hospitals.
Good to know
Phone (519-336-1020), email (housing@johnhowardsarnia.com), program description, eligibility and funding (United Way Sarnia-Lambton + Ministry of the Solicitor General) all confirmed on the John Howard Society of Sarnia-Lambton's own page. Support service, not a grant. Slug prefixed with city.
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