Part of LOFT’s mission is to offer our clients unwavering support and hope, no matter what challenges come our way. While we’re proud of that resilience, we have to admit that COVID-19 has tested us in ways that were unimaginable
LOFT’s Transitional Age Youth (TAY) program offers a support group for survivors of human trafficking. This service is a low barrier, safe space that works on a drop-in basis for people who are at risk of trafficking, who were/are trafficked,
Precarious conditions and toxic work environments can certainly affect one’s mental health. That’s what happened to LOFT client Jason. Working for over 10 years at a milk plant, Jason went through several negative experiences that led him to develop post-traumatic
COVID-19 has changed everything for Rhonda Sloane and others on LOFT’s Behavioural Support Transition Resource team. As a psychogeriatric case manager working in two North Toronto hospitals, Rhonda supports seniors with behavioural issues and mental illnesses, helping to stabilize the
With his cat, TK, underfoot, and the time and space to focus on his art and talk with friends on the phone, Dan is finding social distancing rather pleasant. Thanks to LOFT’s unfaltering support, he’s in a good place these
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the way we serve the community. Despite the challenges we’re facing, we continue to hear stories of perseverance and hope. Our team is adapting and rising to the challenge before us. The 416 Community
We listen to many similar stories at LOFT, of people who had fractured relationships with family due to undiagnosed mental health challenges. Pauline, now a senior who lives at our College View location in downtown Toronto, is one of those
