| Program: | Child and Youth Program | ||
| Organizations: |
Ernestine's Women's Shelter |
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| Phone Numbers: | Administration: 416-743-1733 | ||
| Teletype: | 416-746-3716 | ||
| Crisis: | 416-746-3701 | ||
| After Hours: | 416-746-1733 | ||
| Fax: | 416-743-1732 | ||
| Email: | contact@ernestines.ca | ||
| Website: | www.ernestines.ca/child-and-youth-program | ||
| Address: |
c/o Laverne Blake PO Box 141, Station B Etobicoke, ON M9W 5K9 |
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| Location: | Toronto (West Humber—Clairville) | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Accessibility Notes: | Barrier-free washrooms, elevator, ramps | ||
| Hours: |
Administation: Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm Service: Daily 24 hours |
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| Executives: |
Sharlene Tygesen - Executive Director 416-743-1733 ext 2012 * sharlene@ernestines.ca |
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| Contacts: |
Laverne Blake - Manager Programs and Client Services 416-743-1733 ext 2043 * laverne@ernestines.ca |
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| Service Description: |
The program supports children and youth at the shelter to overcome the trauma of witnessing or being abused. This is done through counselling, encouraging self-expression and creativity, establishing routine, and unlearning unhealthy behaviours The Child and Youth program is designed to give clients a supportive environment where they can express themselves safely. The program’s activities include:
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| Fees: | None | ||
| Application: | No referral required | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | For children, and youth at the shelter who have experienced violence and abuse | ||
| Languages: | English ; Many other languages | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Greater Toronto Area | ||
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This information was last completely updated on: 11-3-2025 |
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