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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL0020 | Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 30 Jan 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; Drop In Center ; Welcome In Drop In Centre |
| Office Phone | Emergency Shelter Diversion Line 226-821-3345 (Mon-Sun 24 hours) |
| dropincentreguelph@gmail.com | |
| Website | dropincentreguelph.com |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Candace Wrixon; Email: candacew@dropinguelph.com |
| Site Location | Guelph-Downtown |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Gordon St and Nottingham St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Gordon St location |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Update: ALL shelter services are temporarily closed, call for information and assistance. Emergency shelter program for males and females: Stepping Stone Men's Shelter: emergency food and housing for men; referrals to social workers and community services (mental health, addictions, financial assistance depending on the needs of the individual) Dwelling Place Women's Shelter: emergency, overnight accommodation to women and children up to age 12; within walking distance of downtown. Motel Shelter Program: Motel rooms are offered to families experiencing homelessness; stay is on a week-by-week basis **A shelter overflow process exists - no one is turned away |
| Hours | Due to COVID-19, the Drop In Centre location (23 Gordon St) is temporarily closed as of April 2020 |
| Areas Served | Guelph ; Wellington County |
| Eligibility | Adults and families experiencing homelessness |
| Application | Call the Emergency Shelter Diversion Line - 226-821-3345 |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Homeless Shelter ~ Families ; Homeless Shelter ~ Men ; Homeless Shelter ~ Women ; Senior Meals ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Homeless People |
