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Integrated Supportive Housing

The next level of support for Live-In Program graduates

Benefits

Benefits of Wayside’s Supportive Housing

Consistent Support

Transition seamlessly and maintain a strong continuity of care via ongoing sessions with your Live-In Program counselor.

Crisis Intervention & Stabilization

24/7 access to counseling services and crisis intervention for quick, effective responses to the challenges of early recovery.

High Accountability

Maintain the integrity of your recovery through intensive programming, house participation, random toxicology screens and peer contact.

Therapeutic Community

Remain a close member of the Wayside family through consistent, significant engagement with in-house peers and programming.

Access to Resources

Explore employment, education and personal growth opportunities through external referrals planned in collaboration with the clinical staff.

Program Overview

Bridging early recovery with your long-term treatment goals

After three months of live-in programming, Supportive Housing provides the next steps through a structure of engagement, accountability and community integration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Live-In Program clients are selected for our Supportive Housing program based on suitability and availability. While we cannot guarantee that every client will transition into Supportive Housing, we are committed to providing all Wayside residents with a comprehensive Transition Plan.
Supportive Housing applicants are selected from Live-In Program clients by Wayside House’s clinical staff. To apply to our Live-In Program, see our admissions page.
Initially, we expect Supportive Housing clients to maintain a level of engagement with Wayside House that would take priority over work or schooling; however, returning to employment or education can be explored as part of a participant’s longer-term recovery plan.

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Certifications & Funding

Wayside House of Hamilton is funded by the Ministry of Health and the generous support of our community partners. We are a proud member of Addictions & Mental Health Ontario, an integrated system of 150 service providers across the province. We have been accredited by the Canadian Centre for Accreditation since 2016, a designation that signifies our commitment to compassionate, quality service.