Huron Safe Homes for Youth is a voluntary, confidential service for youth (age sixteen to their eighteenth birthday) and their families/caregivers in Huron County. There is no cost to individuals accessing this service.
CONTACT US 1-800-361-1640
About Us
Huron Safe Homes for Youth is a community based resource that was established in 1988 in response to an identified service gap.
Since 1988, Huron Safe Homes for Youths Board of Directors, Staff and dedicated volunteers have endeavoured to provide support services and housing alternatives to Huron County’s youth and their families/caregivers.
Huron Safe Homes for Youth is a non-profit organization funded primarily by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Without the generous financial support that Safe Homes receives from Perth-Huron United Way, the County of Huron, and Individual Donations, meeting the needs of our rural youth would not be possible.
Our Mission
Huron Safe Homes for Youth recognizes that adolescence is a period of transition where youth and their families face many challenges. Unresolved difficulties may contribute to a breakdown of the family unit. The purpose of the Agency is to respond to crisis and emergency situations involving young people and their families, in an attempt to resolve difficulties, and when appropriate, restore the family unit.
Our Goals
- To support youth and their families/caregivers in developing healthy relationships
- To prevent and end youth homelessness
- To facilitate a healthy transition into adulthood
- To decrease the need for more expensive supports and services in the future
Our Services
Huron Safe Homes for Youth is a voluntary, confidential service for youth (age sixteen to their eighteenth birthday) and their families/caregivers in Huron County. There is no cost to individuals accessing this service.
Services Include:
- Crisis intervention and support services for youth and their families/caregivers
- Temporary shelter when the youth has no other viable alternative
- Mediation (youth and parents/caregiver conflict)
- Short term counselling
- Immediate and long term planning (developed in conjunction with the youth and the family/caregiver to address their needs)
- Referral and advocacy
- Independent living / housing stability supports
Services are guided by the principals of:
- Housing First for Youth
- Positive Youth Development (Strength-Based Approach)
- Trauma Informed Care
- Family and Natural Supports Approach
How to Help
Thank you for your interest in Huron’s Youth Population. There are many opportunities for you to assist.
Become a Volunteer
The success of Safe Homes is directly linked to our dedicated volunteers. To become a Safe Home Family (provide short-term emergency shelter within your home) or if you are interested in becoming a member of our Board of Directors, please contact the Agency at 1-800-361-1640.
Donate
Huron Safe Homes for Youth functions on a Budget of less than $170,000 a year. Approximately 60% of Safe Homes funding is provided by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Without the generous financial support the Agency receives from Perth-Huron United Way, the County of Huron, and Individual Donations, meeting the needs of our rural youth would not be possible.
Fundraise on our Behalf
Attention Service Clubs, Church Groups, and Social Clubs! By holding an event in which the proceeds are donated to Safe Homes, your efforts will directly support Huron’s Youth Population. Please contact our office PRIOR to your event so that we may offer any necessary assistance and extend our appreciation.
Please forward donation cheques to:
Huron Safe Homes for Youth
P.O. Box 563
Goderich, Ontario
N7A 4C7
Goderich, Ontario
N7A 4C7
A a charitable donation receipt will be provided.
Land Acknowledgement
Huron Safe Homes for Youth acknowledges that the geographic area we support is located on the traditional lands of the Ojibwa Chippewa of the Anishnaabe group of Indigenous peoples. Huron County is on territory that is covered by Crown Treaty Number 29, known as the Huron Tract Purchase of 1827. As a community, we have the responsibility for the stewardship of the land on which we live and work. We recognize and deeply appreciate the Indigenous historic connection to this place and the agreement with the Crown of Canada to peaceably share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes.