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HOUSING - "THE HOME"

Offering a safe, stable and supportive home for youth, young adults and their children
Ages: 16-24

Cost (for resident): $500-$650 a month; negotiable based on individual circumstances

Our Home exists for inner city youth and young adults in East Vancouver. It is built on transformative relationships with adult role models. A House Parent couple lives in The Home, modeling healthy living skills and providing support.

​Youth who choose to live in The Home are treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate each resident’s cultural heritage and support them as they achieve greater stability. 

FUNDING PARTNERS

WHO IS THE HOME FOR?

The Home provides a family-style environment for up to four youth or young adults in East Vancouver who desire a safe, stable home environment with adult support and mentoring. 
​“ I have lived at Inner Hope since April. Before that, I was in the hospital and before that I was homeless. Since being at Inner Hope I have learned to do my own laundry, learned to cook, and I now have a part-time job that I am totally stoked about.” -T

WHAT IS THE HOME LIKE?

  • Residents typically come to us from unstable home environments or homelessness. We offer a substance-free environment with practical supports for those who want a life free from addiction.
  • The Home is designed with structure and accountability to support youth striving to move forward in their lives. Youth must be attending school or working. For those in transition or still working out their goals, we will gladly come alongside you with support and resources.
  • The Home is inspired by Christian values. We welcome youth from all cultural and faith backgrounds. Spiritual mentoring is available for those who desire this component in their lives.

THE PROCESS

  • Referral - Youth can refer themselves or an advocate may refer on their behalf. 
  • Initial Meeting - A visit/information meeting is arranged to allow the youth to meet a House Parent and discern if this housing environment is a good fit.
  • Interview - If the youth chooses to pursue living in The Home, an interview is scheduled. Based on the dynamics of the current residents, availability, and circumstances of the youth inquiring, the youth may be offered a room.
  • Rental Agreement - An agreement is signed by the youth and the House Parents. Room and board is adapted to the individual circumstances of each youth

To learn more, contact our House Parent, Francis, at francis@innerhope.ca or at 778-798-HOME (4663).

BENEFITS​​

  • Everyday life skills (cooking, cleaning, hygiene, grocery shopping, community living)
  • Group outings and lifelong memories (Family Camp, hiking, restaurants, paintball)
  • Visitors welcome
  • Positive role models
  • Holiday dinners with family and friends
  • Healthy routine (quiet hours, dinnertime around the table, boundaries for school nights)
  • Support for education and employment
  • Sliding-scale rent
  • 24/7 emotional support in a loving environment
  • Rides or accompaniment to medical appointments
  • Birthday celebrations