The Provincial Government offers Newfoundlanders and Labradorians experiencing challenges with securing access to housing a range of supports and services. Anyone seeking assistance in completing the necessary applications for affordable housing are encouraged to avail of these resources.

Over the last week, officials from the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development, Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services’ Harm Reduction Team, have joined community partners on multiple occasions, to visit individuals currently requesting housing supports on Prince Philip Drive. The intent of all of these interactions has been to acquire an understanding of the needs of the individuals and link them with available housing services.

As part of these efforts:

• All individuals in this group currently experiencing homelessness have been offered staffed shelter placements, where they would have access to supports and services, including case management and housing search services;

• Several individuals have been assisted in completing both housing and income support applications; and

• Several individuals have been assisted in making other community connections and referrals, as appropriate.

As a result of these directed efforts, some individuals have secured housing and accepted placement in shelters to receive the necessary supports to secure more permanent housing.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, along with other government departments and community partners are continuing efforts to secure more permanent housing options for others at the site.

Along with engaging with staff visiting the Prince Philip Drive location, other available options for individuals seeking supports to obtain housing include:

• Call their Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Regional Office:

• • Avalon Regional Office:
    709-724-3197

• • Corner Brook:
    709-639-5201

• • Gander:
    709-256-1300

• • Happy Valley-Goose Bay:
    709-896-1920

• • Grand Falls-Windsor:
    709-292-1000

• • Marystown:
    709-279-5375

• • Stephenville:
    709-643-6826

• Engage with community groups, such as End Homelessness St. John’s for assistance.

Anyone looking to support individuals on site in completing the necessary applications can access them here.
 

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Media contact
Jenny Bowring
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-729-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca