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Organization:
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Refuge Youth Outreach Centre (The)
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Address:
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357 Simcoe St S
Oshawa, ON
L1H 4J2
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Map
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Intersection:
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Simcoe St S and Olive Ave
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9am-3:30pm and 6pm-8pm
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Executives:
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Clarence Keesman - Executive Director
905-404-2420 ext 223 * ckeesman@refugeoutreach.com
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Service Description:
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A drop-in centre for homeless and street youth * breakfast and lunch are provided * laundry and shower facility available.
Programs include:
- Wilderness Rocs - This program allows youths to experience camping, cooking over an open fire, and enjoying an environment many have never experienced.
- In Another's Shoes - School children are given a presentation on youth homelessness and street life. The purpose of the program is to open the eyes of the at-risk children/youth to the harsh and cold reality of street life.
- Rec Room - A Friday night drop-in program where youth can enjoy food, movies, games and a safe place to hang out.
- Levis Table - Builds
community by preparing a healthy dinner, eating, praying and studying God's
word together.
- Housing First - A direct support program that has helped thousands across Canada find housing and housing stability in their lives
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Youth between 16 and 26 years of age.
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