by Debora Jesus | Apr 25, 2021 | News, Seniors Programs
The pandemic has been isolating to everyone but it has been disproportionally more isolating for seniors who also struggle with poverty. Anxiety, along with food insecurity and increased health risks, is making life extremely challenging for many of LOFT’s senior...
by Debora Jesus | Mar 23, 2021 | Seniors Programs, Success Stories
LOFT’s John Gibson House is a supportive housing program for some of the most vulnerable adults in our community. Clients receive assistance for health and medical concerns, mental illness, substance abuse problems and other related issues. Artnell was referred to...
by Debora Jesus | Mar 23, 2021 | Seniors Programs, Success Stories
Salomi requires support to manage her health. She gets the help she needs at LOFT’s Crosslinks Seniors Housing and Support Services. Salomi was born and raised in Guiana, South America. Her husband was a tax consultant, and she would help him with his business while...
by Debora Jesus | Mar 14, 2021 | Seniors Programs, Success Stories
LOFT’s John Gibson House provides a home and a community. On the search for a better life, Derven immigrated to Canada from Jamaica at the age of 29. He began working, eventually starting a family. Now a father, a grandfather, and a great-grandfather, Derven was in...
by Debora Jesus | Feb 22, 2021 | Seniors Programs, Success Stories
Extending love and compassion to the most vulnerable while denouncing anti-Black racism. Auvil has a history of supporting those in need. Whether it’s a landlord seeking assistance or someone facing discrimination for being HIV positive, Auvil reaches out to help...
by Debora Jesus | Feb 17, 2021 | Seniors Programs, Success Stories
When we first met Jeff ten years ago, he was struggling. Chronic poverty, substance use and serious health issues had led to a diminished life. A better reality was possible, but it would take comprehensive care and unwavering support. Jeff’s journey to health began...
