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Organization:
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Young Carers Initiative - Powerhouse Project
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Address:
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318 Ontario St, Unit 7A
St Catharines, ON
L2R 5L8
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Map
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Intersection:
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Ontario St and Manchester Ave
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm * program hours vary, call to confirm
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Executives:
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Michelle Lewis - Executive Director
905-397-4201 ext 425 * 905-932-7628 * mlewis@powerhouseproject.ca
Erica Siebert - Program Manager
905-397-4201 ext 424 * 905-932-0799 * esiebert@powerhouseproject.ca
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Service Description:
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One-on-one counselling and group supports for caregivers, including family and friends
Peer support and discussion for caregivers, including family and friends * educational video series
Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues
Designed to empower young care givers and their families through a variety of free services and activities
Services include:
- carers night out
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life skills programming
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special events
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summer camps
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teen programming
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young adult programming
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youth advisory committees
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educational workshops
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one-to-one visits
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Application:
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Call * no referral required * intake assessment required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Caregiving youths and children who regularly provide physical, social, or emotional supports
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