Blog
Our work is ever-changing because our clients’ journeys and challenges evolve. Here are some updates on what’s happening at LOFT and the community in which we work.
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A Decade of Living with Dignity: Jeff’s Story
When we first met Jeff ten years ago, he was struggling. Chronic poverty, substance use and serious health issues ...
Get to Know Us: Nicole Downes
The Coordinator of LOFT’s White Squirrel Way program advocates for clients who face discrimination and speaks to ...
Get to Know Us: Tasha Castagnier
The director of LOFT’s 416 Support for Women program, Tasha shares her passion for professional development and ...
Finding her voice through gardening: Patricia’s Story
Struggling with mental and physical health challenges for years, Patricia found a welcoming community at LOFT’s ...
Get to Know Us: Linda Sung
Providing recreational activities to the most vulnerable in our community as they achieve recovery and ...
Get to Know Us: Berhane Alemu
Berhane Alemu has a long-standing passion for community social work. When he was in school, he pushed for a ...
Creative and Community-Based Recovery: Jacques’ Story
After struggling with substance abuse for most of his life, Jacques uses his creative side and the help of a ...
Get to Know Us: Lucy Caceres
In a workshop early in her career, Lucy Caceres was asked to put herself in her clients’ shoes. The exercise ...
Finding a welcoming place to live: Phillip’s Story
Phillip once worked with the Toronto police force and lived in his own condo. Initially thought to be ...
Get to Know Us: Karina Santos
Karina didn’t choose LOFT. LOFT chose her. That’s how she describes the beginning of her experience as a ...
Get to Know Us: Jewels Ali
Jewels’ journey as a Psychogeriatric Case Manager with LOFT started when he was still a student at George Brown ...
Home (and a Hot Meal) for the Holidays
Part of LOFT’s mission is to offer our clients unwavering support and hope, no matter what challenges come our ...