Short-Term Residential Support
Our Youth Crisis Shelter is designed for young people in need of immediate protection, support, and time to stabilize. This short-term residential program offers a safe, home-like environment with 24/7 supervision and compassionate care from trained staff.
Whether a youth has experienced a family breakdown, emotional distress, or situational crisis, we step in to provide immediate safety, emotional reassurance, and structured support until a longer-term solution can be identified.
While in our care, youth receive basic needs provision (food, shelter, hygiene), emotional and behavioral support, informal counseling and structured routines, and connections to community resources and services.
Our focus is on stabilization, not long-term placement. We work in partnership with families (when appropriate), caseworkers, and community supports to help each young person transition safely to their next step – whether that’s a return home, kinship care, or another appropriate setting.
We provide compassionate care that prioritizes healing and stability
Home-like setting with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Immediate protection and emotional support during difficult times
Trauma-informed approach with dignity and respect
Guidance to next steps – home, kinship, or appropriate placement
Agape Care supports youth health needs thoughtfully and responsibly. Medication support is provided within an appropriate scope, and we maintain access to pharmacist consultation through a trusted professional connection, ensuring medication-related needs and questions can be addressed promptly and safely, including outside regular hours when required.
Youth are also supported to access government-funded counselling services, mental health supports, and community wellness resources, in coordination with their care team.
Within appropriate scope with pharmacist access
Access to counselling and wellness resources
Support available outside regular hours
Life in the program is not only about safety — it is also about maintaining normalcy, routine, and positive engagement. Youth are encouraged to participate in activities that reflect their interests, strengths, and comfort levels.
Creative activities such as art, music, and crafts
Games, recreation, and movement
Outdoor activities and wellness routines
Supervised community outings
Support maintaining school engagement or educational planning, where appropriate
We work closely with youth, caseworkers, families, and community partners throughout a youth’s stay.
Identifying personal strengths and immediate needs
Setting realistic, youth-centred goals
Developing safety, crisis, and transition plans
Coordinating next steps toward stable housing or placement
Supporting clear and consistent communication among all involved parties
Our commitment is to provide youth with a safe place to stabilize, caring relationships to build trust, and the structured support needed to move forward with confidence.
A secure environment for healing
Trust built through compassion
Support for a brighter future
Connect with us to discuss how we can support your family or the youth in your care.