by Ainsley Boyd | Feb 23, 2023 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
Numerous challenges led Andre to LOFT, where he found hope and unwavering support. Andre has been a LOFT client for more than 10 years. Living with a developmental delay, HIV, bipolar disorder and a history of homelessness and addiction, he was referred to LOFT’s...
by Ainsley Boyd | Nov 18, 2021 | Adults Programs
Partnering with LOFT’s Mental Health and Justice Initiative (MHJI) for the past three years, New Circles is invested in empowering the community while preserving the dignity of their clients. New Circles is a grass-roots agency offering clothes and basic personal care...
by Ainsley Boyd | Aug 25, 2021 | Adults Programs
What is harm reduction? Harm reduction strategies, such as biohazard containers, needle exchanges, safe sex supplies and harm reduction supportive literature, are important elements in our clients’ recovery journeys. At LOFT, we recognize that total abstinence...
by Ainsley Boyd | Aug 25, 2021 | Adults Programs
Self-injury Awareness Day – March 1st, 2022 Never one to do anything by halves, AJ embraced his role as a neighbourhood advocate even though he was struggling himself. If his friends needed him he’d arrive with groceries, warm clothing or powerful words of...
by Ainsley Boyd | Aug 23, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
With LOFT for over 20 years, Dave had some bad experiences with the mental health care system before finding a home with us. Dave has been a LOFT client since 1998. He lives independently in one of our properties, J.W. Green Apartments, and receives support from a...
by Ainsley Boyd | Jul 26, 2021 | Adults Programs, Success Stories
Paige made personal sacrifices, so she could continue serving clients during the pandemic. Paige Mazzuca is a Community Support Worker with LOFT’s BLOOM program. This is a housing and support services program for individuals dealing with chronic homelessness. It...
