A QUICK GUIDE TO THE SERVICES NELSON CARES SOCIETY OFFERS
DO YOU NEED…
EMERGENCY SHELTER NOW
Stepping Stones in downtown Nelson offers crisis housing 24/7 for homeless individuals and families for up to 30 days.
816 Vernon Street, Nelson 250-352-9876
AN AFFORDABLE HOME
Nelson CARES manages 155 units of affordable housing for people facing challenges trying to find a roof over their heads.
250-352-1608
WORK THAT FITS
Custom Fit Inclusion and Employment Services provides opportunities for individuals to obtain real work for real pay.
Drop in Tuesdays 9:30 – 4:00
Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays by appointment only
250-352-6011 ext 5270
MOBILITY FOR SENIORS
The Moving Together Project helps seniors untangle the network of local transportation options so you can get where you want to go.
Call the Transportation Co-ordinator at: 250-352-2708.
TO KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
The Advocacy Centre can help you navigate through the complex world of landlord-tenant issues, family law, court orders, and more.
250-352-5777
1-877-352-5777
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9 – 4pm
(closed for lunch 12:00-1:00)
TO CONNECT WITH SENIORS
From service co-ordination to a senior’s fair, we work to enhance the health, independence, and inclusion in community life of Kootenay seniors.
250-352-2708 ext 5246
COMMUNITY LIVING SUPPORT
The Services for Community Living Program has provided supported community living for some of Nelson’s most vulnerable citizens for more than 30 years.
250-352-6011 ext 5268
TO UNDERSTAND HOMELESSNESS
The Nelson Committee on Homelessness brings community groups together to speak in a single voice to address the issue of homelessness in the West Kootenays.