HISTORY | PROGRAMS & SERVICES | ACTION STRATEGIES |
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1994
When did The RAFT officially start?
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Eternal Routes
What is the program called where they help you find your family?
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Social Media, Radio, Word of Mouth
What is one way that The RAFT uses the communication action strategy?
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2007
What year did The RAFT move locations
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Empowerment, Quality of Life, Dignity, and Respect
Name one of the four principles the programs and services are based on
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Educates young adults on ways to cope with mental illness and how to find safe and secure housing
How does The RAFT educate the young adults that come into the centre?
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More beds & services
Why did The RAFT move locations
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Youth Reconnect & Youth in Transitions
What are the two preventative programs?
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Being avalible for 24 hours support
Providing a tour of the facility to new clients Introducing new clients to other youth around the facility Educating new clients on the programs offered Asking and providing the client with what they need Always remaining calm Being patient Listening Being empathetic
What is one way the staff makes The RAFT a comfortable environment?
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16
At what age can you enter the shelter?
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16-24 years
What ages does The RAFT serve for programs?
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Churches, United Way, FACS, Jumpstart, NRH, Niagara Prosperity Initiative, Community Members
What community partners are associated with The RAFT?
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Growing concern of the lack of services for at-risk youth and homeless youth
Why did The RAFT start?
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How long can youth stay in the shelter?
Up to two years
How long can youth stay in the shelter?
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Your local political and community leaders
Who does The RAFT suggest you go to when wanting to make a policy change?
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