Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you only provide supports in Camrose?
No. We provide supports to youth, young adults and families throughout the Central Region of Alberta. This includes Tofield, Lougheed, and Bashaw. If you have any questions, call or text the helpine, or send us an email and we will help you.
What does youth in need mean?
To us, “in need” means any youth that has requires assistance in any part of their life.
Some reasons why a youth or young adult might be in need include:
Needing someone to talk to
Needing a place to live
Needing help finding a job
Needing help going or getting to school
Needing help dealing with parents or caregivers
Needing a place to come during the day
Needing food
How are you funded?
We are funded various ways. These include government contracts, government grants, private grants, donations and fundraising.
What are some reasons youth or young adults may be homeless?
There are many reasons why youth find themselves homeless. Some reasons can include family violence or abuse, addictions, mental health, or neglect. Sometimes, people just don’t get along and they need a break from each other. The Open Door is here for all those times.
What are your most needed items?
A great way to support the Open Door is with gift cards. Grocery gift cards can help us buy food for shelter, as well as for outreach at our office. They also are good for clients living independently to assist with purchasing food. Other gift cards for clothing, houseware, or activity passes are also very helpful.
Other items that we are always in need of are single serving food items. We have these at our office for youth so that they can take them to school or work or stop by and have something to eat. Examples include frozen dinners, cup of soups, KD cups, and granola bars, etc.
Where is your shelter?
Due to confidentiality we cannot disclose the location of our shelter.
Is there homelessness in Camrose?
Yes. There is homelessness in Camrose. The best term to describe homelessness in Camrose is “hidden homelessness”. This means people may be couch surfing, staying in abandon places, or staying in unsafe environments. These include youth and young adults.
Why do you have a dog?
Our dog Moose is being trained as a therapy dog. Moose is an amazing support. He lightens the entire mood of our office, creates a welcoming atmosphere, and can help youth and young adults cope in hard situations.
No. We provide supports to youth, young adults and families throughout the Central Region of Alberta. This includes Tofield, Lougheed, and Bashaw. If you have any questions, call or text the helpine, or send us an email and we will help you.
What does youth in need mean?
To us, “in need” means any youth that has requires assistance in any part of their life.
Some reasons why a youth or young adult might be in need include:
Needing someone to talk to
Needing a place to live
Needing help finding a job
Needing help going or getting to school
Needing help dealing with parents or caregivers
Needing a place to come during the day
Needing food
How are you funded?
We are funded various ways. These include government contracts, government grants, private grants, donations and fundraising.
What are some reasons youth or young adults may be homeless?
There are many reasons why youth find themselves homeless. Some reasons can include family violence or abuse, addictions, mental health, or neglect. Sometimes, people just don’t get along and they need a break from each other. The Open Door is here for all those times.
What are your most needed items?
A great way to support the Open Door is with gift cards. Grocery gift cards can help us buy food for shelter, as well as for outreach at our office. They also are good for clients living independently to assist with purchasing food. Other gift cards for clothing, houseware, or activity passes are also very helpful.
Other items that we are always in need of are single serving food items. We have these at our office for youth so that they can take them to school or work or stop by and have something to eat. Examples include frozen dinners, cup of soups, KD cups, and granola bars, etc.
Where is your shelter?
Due to confidentiality we cannot disclose the location of our shelter.
Is there homelessness in Camrose?
Yes. There is homelessness in Camrose. The best term to describe homelessness in Camrose is “hidden homelessness”. This means people may be couch surfing, staying in abandon places, or staying in unsafe environments. These include youth and young adults.
Why do you have a dog?
Our dog Moose is being trained as a therapy dog. Moose is an amazing support. He lightens the entire mood of our office, creates a welcoming atmosphere, and can help youth and young adults cope in hard situations.
