A Path To Ending Homelessness in Guelph-Wellington
Stepping Stone helps individuals and families experiencing homelessness step forward on a path toward securing permanent housing in Guelph-Wellington through housing focused programs and individualized support.
Connecting with the Support You Need
Stepping Stone is your first point of contact to connect with support workers and services that will help you transition from emergency shelter to permanent housing.
Learn more about Stepping Stone and our commitment to eliminating all homelessness in Canada by partnering with communities across the country in the national change effort, Built For Zero.
Eliminating Homelessness with Housing-Focused Programs
In partnership with the County of Wellington, The Drop-In Centre started the Stepping Stone Shelter in 1985 to provide beds to those without shelter.
Today, homeless shelters across Canada have been transitioning from traditional emergency shelters to housing-focused services, in an effort to end chronic homelessness through long-term housing solutions.
227
Individuals and families housed through our programs
359
Individuals supported through our 24/7 housing focused shelter
409
Individuals supported at our Emergency Shelter
32
Individuals residing at our Supportive Housing location
74
Individuals connected through our Outreach
171
Individuals in the By-Name Data
Prevention & Diversion
If a situational crisis is leaving you concerned about sustaining a safe shelter for yourself or your family, we can act quickly to get the support you need.
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Housing Focused Outreach
Our Housing Focused Outreach worker visits locations to engage and build relationships with individuals and families who are rough sleeping or currently experiencing homelessness in our community.
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Shelter Support
Our shelter support programs provide adults and families experiencing homelessness with a shelter bed and access to basics, such as meals, hygiene items, and showers.
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Housing Stability
Our Housing Stability team offers the support, encouragement, and advocacy you need to transition into a sustainable housing solution.
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National Recognition of our Housing Focused Family Shelter worker Kundan!
National Recognition for Our Work to End Chronic Homelessness We’re thrilled to share that Guelph-Wellington has received national recognition as one of three Canadian communities making measurable progress in reducing homelessness—proving that homelessness is solvable. This recognition highlights the incredible leadership, the dedication of our frontline teams, and the power of data-driven, community-rooted strategies. A special shoutout […]
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Guelph Today 3 Part Articles
Guelph Today published three articles discussing some important parts about Stepping Stone and what we do: Clearing up misconceptions, a look inside the Norfolk Manor, and more about our Family Shelter Programs. Each article offers valuable insights into the efforts being made to support vulnerable community members. “Clearing up Misconceptions” aims to take a look […]
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Preparing for Winter: Shelter, Support, and Permanent Solutions
As the weather grows colder, we’ve been hard at work ensuring no one is left without shelter. At our 128 Norfolk site, we’ve dedicated 20 beds specifically for individuals who have been sleeping outdoors. In the past two weeks, we’ve transitioned 22 people from unsheltered homelessness into safe, housing-focused shelter, and our Outreach Team continues […]
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