Bert’s Safe Shelter (Saskatoon)
Provided by: John Howard Society of Saskatchewan
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Service Description
Provides an emergency shelter for seven male youth (ages 12 – 17) for approximately 30 days. Referrals come from the Ministry of Social Services. Provides 24/7 staffing support. Goal of the program is to support youth where they are by assisting with their immediate need for shelter and housing while addressing other issues they may be facing, such as addiction, family breakdown, education and safety.
Bert’s Shelter focuses on short-term concentrated case planning to prepare them for their next residence, which can include moving into one of the John Howard Society homes for long-term support.
NOTE: Residence location is private – details provided upon application/intake.
Eligibility
Male youth 12 - 17 years of age involved in the child welfare system.
Application Process
Referrals are from the Ministry of Social Services (MSS) Placement’s Unit.
Fees
None
Fax: 306-244-9923
Business Line: 306-244-8347
Service Website
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Coverage Area
Saskatoon
Languages Offered
English
Saskatoon Office
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- Adults Reintegrating in Community (Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert) (3 locations)
- Basswood Place (Saskatoon)
- Bert’s Safe Shelter (Saskatoon)
- Cedar House (Saskatoon)
- Community Outreach (Saskatoon) (2 locations)
- Extreme Weather Services (Saskatoon)
- Fine Options Program (Regina, Saskatoon, Moose Jaw) (3 locations)
- Jay’s Place (Saskatoon)
- Record Suspension Services (Provincewide) (4 locations)
- Sage Suites (Saskatoon)
- Supported Independent Living Program (Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert) (3 locations)
- Youth Connect Program (Regina) (3 locations)
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - front door; Wheelchair access - washrooms
Fine Options: 306-244-4904
Direct Line to Fine Option in Saskatoon
Institutional Support Line: 1-888-540-7093
Fax: 306-244-9923
Saskatoon Office Fax
Business Line: 306-244-8347
Saskatoon Office Phone
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