Rosalie Hall 20.Ppt

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Rosalie HallA YOUNG PARENT RESOURCE CENTER


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Table of Contents

History

Mandate

Services

Collaborations

Programs

Community Outreach

Barriers


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HistoryIn 1913 the Misercorde sisters were asked to establish a hospital for youngwomen, mothers, and abandoned children. The hospital was called St. MaryInfant Home and St. Mary's Hospital. In 1954 the Misercorde sisters began theconstruction of the Scarborough General Hospital and in 1956 it was establis

The sisters maintained ownership of the hospital until 1972, when they came the conclusion that they could no longer manage the hospital financially, aturned it over to the Province of Ontario. During this time the Misercorde sistetook an opportunity to purchase additional land near the Scarborough GenHospital, and created Rosalie Hall also in 1956. During the late 1800's there wmany prostitutes, and sailors would often at times come into Quebec and cafter the women. Mother Rosalie whom Rosalie Hall was named after was waware of this type of behaviour, as she was often chased too. She would takthe women and their children into her home and provide them with shelter,food, and any other necessities they needed. During this era Mother Rosalienot very well liked, and treated poorly for her kindness and generosity towarwomen. This is what essentially conceived the notion of Rosalie Hall.

Rosalie Hall initially started off relatively small as they (staff and clients) weresubjected to one section of the building. As time progressed in 1987 the sistebegan the expansion of Rosalie Hall. The Misercorde sisters renovated the firwing they had and added on an additional two wings to the building. In 198the sisters first introduced and opened residential availability to young mothand their children. The residential area houses up to twenty five women andtheir children. The opportunity for fathers to be involved in such situations isavailable, however it is during scheduled supervised hours. Sleep over visits hyet to be permitted.


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Mandate

Rosalie Halls goal is to treat everyone with compassion, non-judgmenand hospitality, non-violence, companionship, mutuality and respect.To create a holistic center to help promote independence and bringfamilies together.


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Services

HOUSING

EMPLOYMENT

SCHOOL PROGRAM

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN

TRANSPORTATION

COUNSELLING

CHILD CARE

PARENTING PROGRAMS & SERVICES

FOOD PROGRAM

YOUTH OUTREACH PROGRAM

OPEN ART STUDIO


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Collaborations

Childrens Aid Society

Toronto Public Health

Prenatal programs

Tdsb / Tcdsb

Service Canada

Massey Center / Jessie Center Mothercraft

Centennial College

The City of Toronto


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Housing

Ages 15-30

- have to leave after 30

- will help you find housing andassistance

Secluded rooms

Can reside with child until child is 1 yearold

- rooms not suitable for toddlers

Assigned to a Worker and Counsellor

Shared kitchen and Living room with staffon site 24/7

Doctors and Nurses on site

Visiting rooms (NO SLEEPOVERS)

Curfew

- differs from age

- 9:30pm curfew for parents

- very secure, must buzz to get in

- Fathers are allowed in rooms wittime, if they wish to be a part ofthe family(i.e., bathe the baby)(still no sleepovers)


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Employment Services

Provided for clients aged 1530years old

Young Parent EmploymentProgram

- For moms and dads

Workshops for employment skills

Placements

- Majority Mothercraft, a fewCentennial


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School Program

Ages 21 & under

Assigned Counsellors

Public and Catholic BoardTeachers / Students

- 3 Teachers

- 1:10 ratios

9:15am-2:15pm

Grades 9-12

All Levels (i.e., academic,university etc.)

3 credits per school semester

Scholarships for women

- funded by childrens aid

Transportation

- funded by the schoolboards


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Child Care

Child Development Center not aDay Care Center

- teaching center

- hands on involvement from

parents (young women)

2.5:4 ratios

- Infants 0-18 months

- Toddlers 18-24 months

Ramps and elevators

Intertwined with school program


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Parenting Programs & Services

Prenatal services

- Prenatal classes

- Formula, diapers, clothing

etc.

Child Tax Benefit

Community Care and Treatment

Program

- Help with attachment

- Art therapy

- One-on-one parenting

Mens Group

- 2 days a week (mon&thurs)

- focus on relationships &needs

Nutritionists

- dietary plans & dietician

- linked to public health

Massage Programs

- linked with centennialcollege

- prenatal and babies


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Food Program

Food vouchers and gift cards

- Funded by Toronto PublicHealth

Large dining room for residents,and students

- Dining room tables andchairs

- Assigned Chef- Fresh food

- Well balanced meals

- 4 week rotating menu

- Subsidized

- Free for residents

Lunch program for students

- Morning snack (free) andlunch ($2.50)

Free food donation table


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Community Outreach

Youth Outreach program

- ages 12-21

- men, women and families

- youth outreach workers

- help with employment, housing, social assistance, trouble with

home or school, gangs etc.


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Barriers

Funding

- no allowance

- no welfare

- cut down on teachers


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