Youth often become homeless because of abuse. They are more likely to have experienced violence or sexual assault then the general population

Homeless youth are more likely to have multiple risk factors including mental health problems; addictions, behavior or learning disabilities

Homeless youth seek shelter in vacant buildings, stairwells, alleys, parks… anywhere they can become invisible.

Homeless youth are more likely to die younger than their peers.

No. It is estimated that based on our population there would be over 100 youth homeless in Perth County at any one time.

We served 150 youth in 2009.

The L.O.F.Y. program is in operation with a maximum capacity of 14 youth at a time.

L.O.F.Y. is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with qualified youth support workers and volunteers.

Youth living at L.O.F.Y. must be drug- and alcohol-free. This policy is strictly enforced.

In 2009 over 3,500 nights of shelter were used in L.O.F.Y.

$2,500 will pay for the cost of one room at L.O.F.Y. for one year, shelter on average 14 youth.

Champion Sponsorship: $2,500

Partner Sponsorship: $1,250 (between two agencies / businesses)

Contact Leah Hastings, Executive Director, at 519.272.2294 or e-mail her at lhastings@shelterlink.org if you are interested in becoming a sponsor.

Tours of the L.O.F.Y. residence are available upon request.