homelessness
Directions Drop-In Centre
Eligibility
The Drop-In Centre is open to youth ages 13-24.
Description
Each night, the Directions Drop-In Centre has a free hot dinner and runs a 12 bed overnight shelter. You can shower, do laundry, and get help with things like IDs, but we have more for you too. Every week we have activities like 2SLGBTQIA+ community nights; job, renting, and other life-skill workshops; movie and game nights; art and craft hangouts; health and safety workshops; and more. There are always snacks and someone around to help you connect with healthcare, housing, and employment services, and more. You can bring your pet (we have a special room for them) and we are a low-barrier site. We won’t turn you away if you use substances or are struggling with your mental health. If you’re between 13 and 24, we’re here for you. 24/7/365.
Contact information
Call (day or night): 604 633 1472
Text (day or night): 604 633 1472
Or find us at the Centre at: 1138 Burrard Street, downtown, one block from Davie St.
Directions Outreach
Eligibility
Youth ages 13-24
Description
You’ve probably seen our Outreach Team out and about carrying big orange backpacks. We’re not gonna push anything on you andYou’ve probably seen our Outreach Team out and about carrying big orange backpacks. We’re not gonna push anything on you and we’ll keep it low-key, but we can give you:
- Snacks, juice, and water
- Hygiene products
- Help with birth certificate and other ID applications
- Connections to services (housing, medical, social, and so on)
- Culture kits
- Safe smoking and injection kits
Next time you see us, come say hey!
Contact information
Instagram: @DirectionsOutreach
Call: 604 633 1472
Text: 604 633 1472
Safehouse
Eligibility
Youth ages 16-18 in need of a safe place to stay.
Description
If you need safe, stable, emergency shelter, Directions Safehouse can give you:
- Private and semi-private rooms
- Home-cooked meals and snacks
- 24-hour support from on-site youth workers
- Help with applications for things like ID and income assistance programs
- Support with finding permanent housing
- Strategies to build your independence
- Connections to other help and resources (including other Directions programs)
Directions Safehouse is for ages 16-18. We’re the best fit for you if you need somewhere to stay because things are rough at home or you need a place to be. We’re here so you can find ways to focus on your future. We’re here when you need us. We want to make sure you have somewhere safe to be and food to eat.
Contact information
Get in touch, 24/7/365
Call: 604 877 1234
Text: 604 773 8976
Haven
Eligibility
Youth ages 16 to 21 in need of safe, stable, emergency shelter.
Description
If you need safe, stable, emergency shelter, Directions Haven can give you:
- Private and semi-private rooms
- Home-cooked meals and snacks
- 24-hour support from on-site youth workers
- Help with applications for things like ID and income assistance programs
- Support with finding permanent housing
- Strategies to build your independence
- Connections to other help and resources (including other Directions programs)
We’re the best fit for you if you are looking for help with your mental health or substance use. We’re here to make sure you feel safe and get the best possible care. For ages 16-21
We’re here when you need us. We want to make sure you have somewhere safe to be and food to eat.
Contact information
Call (day or night): 604 367 5204
Text (day or night): 604 367 5204
Transitions for Youth to Adulthood
Eligibility
This program requires a referral from your MCFD social Worker and is for youth ages 16-18 who are involved with Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services (VACFSS) or the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
Description
TYA is here as a bridge, helping you get where you want to be. We understand that there are things everyone needs help in learning, but school doesn’t teach. Our Transition Workers can help you build up the practical skills you want to work on, strengthen your support network, and plan for and take your next steps. We’re here to help you build up a stable foundation, on your terms. Whether it’s finding secure housing, landing the job you want, or applying to an education or training program—we’re here to help.
Contact information
Call: 604 779 4301
Email: [email protected]