The Connect Warming Centre - For vulnerable persons experiencing homelessness
Financial, Housing / Shelter, and Volunteering
Provided by Comox Valley Transition Society
Provides a safe, welcoming space for vulnerable individuals experiencing or at-risk of experiencing homelessness.
Provides a safe, warm place where people experiencing homelessness can take refuge during cold weather. It is a space where people can escape inclement weather, access bathrooms, enjoy light refreshments, access wifi and be connected to other supports. The goal of CONNECT is to help reduce homelessness by providing support and resources to individuals that may assist them in obtaining and maintaining housing.
Along with providing an escape from the cold, the centre has outreach workers who help people access housing and living support, and with tasks such as filling out forms. There are two staff members on-site at all times.
250-218-3975
Public email: comoxvalleyhousing@gmail.com
Website: https://cvts.ca/
685 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, British Columbia, 685 Cliffe Ave
Hours are 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday.
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Comox Valley Transition Society:
- Lilly House - For women and children fleeing abuse
- PEACE Program - for children and youth who have experienced or witnessed abuse - Comox Valley
- Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Circle
Availability
Service area: Comox, Courtenay
Service Types Provided
Financial
Housing / Shelter
Volunteering
Ways to Access
- Provided at home
The listing of this service in Pathways is not a recommendation or endorsement by Pathways.