– Adult Program Categories
At West Neighbourhood House, we are committed to helping immigrants and refugees settle into life in Toronto. We serve all immigrants, no matter their immigration status in Canada and length of residency.
As part of this commitment, we offer programs specifically designed for newcomers:
The Newcomer Settlement Program which provides information and support to help immigrants …
Do you have money worries, financial problems or tax questions? The Financial Empowerment and Problem Solving (FEPS) program is here to help!
We help you make informed decisions by providing support, information, resources and training.
COVID-19 update: FEPS is open and accepting new clients. We are currently providing one-on-one tax and money advice over the phone and …
We believe that violence against women is a human rights violation, hindering s a woman’s ability to enjoy basic freedoms and contribute fully to society.
Violence against women is an intentional act of violence that manifests itself through physical, emotional, financial, psychological, sexual, isolation, cyber harassment and other forms of violence used to intimidate women, resulting …
WEST Events
Nervous about going back to work?
Join us for an interactive workshop to help you make the transition back to the workplace on November 4, 2021 at 2:00 pm. To register, please email employment@westnh.org or call 416-848-7980.
Home Concierge Hiring Fair: November 4, 2021
Looking for work as a PSW or Home Companion?
Join us at our Home …
Our Case Management services assist older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers to live independently in the community, providing help with intake, in-home and office assessments, individual and family counselling, and more.
COVID-19 update: Case Management is open and accepting new referrals during the pandemic. We are providing assistance remotely, with in-person support available in …
Our Caregiver Support Services provide ways for caregivers to reduce and manage their stress and to increase their knowledge, resources and skills as caregivers.
When caregivers have more support, they can provide care longer!
COVID-19 update: Caregiver Support Services are currently operating over the phone or virtually.
Essential Information
What services we provide for caregivers:
Individual and family counseling …
West Neighbourhood House improves people’s lives through support, advocacy, and public education.
The House offers two drop-in centres, The Meeting Place and The Parkdale Meeting Place, that each provide a welcoming place for people who are homeless or marginally housed.
These drop-in centres meet an urgent community need by creating a community space that offers safety and …
Read more Supports for People Experiencing Homelessness or Inadequate Housing
West Employment Services and Training (WEST) program has provided free services to help job seekers find work and local employers hire qualified workers since 1998.
COVID-19 update: Our office is temporarily closed to the public due to the pandemic. All services are now being offered by telephone, electronically and virtually. Call 416-848-7980 ext. 301 or …
Our Adult Learning Program provides one-to-one and small group learning for adults who want to improve their reading, writing and math skills.
We have a combination of full-time and part-time programming. The program works with adults at all levels to help you reach your learning goals. We offer programming for reading, writing, math and computers.
COVID-19 update: …
The West Neighbourhood Music School has been providing adults and children with the chance to experience the joy of music since 1930.
Today, students of all ages and abilities are welcome to enroll in programs at the Music School. Subsidies are available.
COVID-19 update: The Music School is operating virtually. Come join us for fun sing-alongs and …