ABOUT SHELTER NOVA SCOTIA

Funds raised today will support Metro Turning Point. Established in 1973, it is a 55 bed emergency shelter for people who identify as male. For those staying with us we provide a light meal each night, access to a refrigerator, phone and laundry, personal care items, and assistance in securing independent housing. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – we do not close.

 

We collaborate with onsite support from Mobile Outreach Street Health (MOSH), Addiction Prevention and Treatment Services (APTS) Outreach Worker, Community Mental Health Nurse (NS Health Authority, Central Zone), Department of Community Services Income Assistance Worker, and Phoenix Youth Shelter. Last year

 

• We provided a night’s rest for 652 people
• the average age of those who stayed with us was 41 years old
• 2.4 per cent of guests identified as Veterans
• The average length of stay is 14 nights
• We had 95% full occupancy
• Some people stay one night, some many months depending on life circumstances

For more information please visit: http://www.shelternovascotia.com