East Elgin Housing Initiative Emergency Shelter
179 Talbot St N5H2W4 Aylmer, ON, Canada

Daily Recap Thursday, November 19, 2020 Temp at 7 PM +14 Low +11 Our dynamic duo of On-Call Volunteers were, once again, poised to spring into action once a guest appeared at our Shelter door. ... Alas with warm overnight temperatures we did not have a Guest at the Door. We wish to thank our cadre of On-Call Volunteers who are constantly ready to serve. Do you know an individual, perfect to serve as an On-Call Volunteer? Get them in touch with us!

Daily Recap Wednesday, November 18, 2020 Temp at 7 PM +3 Low -4 No Guest at the Door but our dedicated On-Call Volunteers were ready to go at a moments notice. Shelter went dark at 11:00 PM.

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Daily Recap Tuesday, November, 17, 2020 Temp at 7PM, +1 - Overnight -3 Another team of On-Call Volunteers was ready to deploy and provide a warm, friendly, safe place to rest, Tuesday night between 7 PM - 7 AM. ... No guests arrived at our door and so the Shelter went dark at 11:00 PM but remained alert for any emergency should one arise.

Daily Recap Monday, November, 16, 2020 Temp at 7PM, 4 degrees - Overnight Zero Once again, our valuable Corps of Volunteers, had a team available and ready to deploy to the Shelter as soon as we had a Guest at the Door. No Guest rang the door bell. ... At 11:00 PM, the Shelter went dark; but our Dedicated Duo of volunteers remained On-Call in the event of an emergency. Thanks to all our volunteer corps for keeping our On-Call Coverage active! If you feel you can make a difference in our community Check out the On-Call Volunteer application under the Jobs tab and become a volunteer? Send a message or contact Paul Cowley (519) 852-7285

7.28% of On-Call Shifts at the Emergency Shelter are covered - we need help. EEHI Emergency Shelter - Volunteer Corps

Daily Recap Sunday, November 15, 2020 Power out all around us as a result of the strong winds all day but the Shelter was under full power. Our On-Call Team was set and ready to be deployed when we had a "Guest at the Door". The door bell remained silent! . ... A warm, safe, and friendly environment awaited and with the wind howling, temperature at 5 degrees and the overnight low predicted to be 1 degree we thought there would be a Guest tonight. No Guest arrived. We are ready to accommodate guests again tonight; simply arrive at the door and push the door bell.

Seeking 2020-2021 On-Call Volunteers We are anticipating the need for the Emergency Shelter will be greater in the 2020-2021 Operational Period than the previous 2019-2020 Period. Can you volunteer? Are you available once every four weeks to be On-Call for a 12 hour shift 7 PM - 7 AM the following day?... Do you have a passion for making a huge difference in our community? Are you willing to explore the possibilities of a making meaningful contribution with us at the East Elgin Housing Initiative? Please contact us to start the process of becoming a volunteer. We can walk you through the process step by step and have you ready to "Make a Difference"! Facebook Messenger Email - [email protected] Phone/Text (519) 852-7285

The East Elgin Housing Initiative oversees a homeless shelter at St Paul’s church in Aylmer, On. The mission of this shelter is to provide a safe, warm, friendly environment for those in need during the winter months (Nov 1st-April 1st ) in the East Elgin area. Hours of operation are from 7 pm-7 am daily. The shelter is overseen by a Board of Directors and relies on volunteer participation to deliver it’s intended services. This is a paid part-time position. The successful ca...ndidate will report to the Board and perform the following duties: Ensure volunteers are available to cover shifts Ensure all logbooks are up to date Ensure all cleaning/sanitizing protocols are followed Perform intake paperwork with all new guests Make sure volunteers have been properly screened Ensure that appropriate relationships between volunteers/guests/self are maintained Seek out potential fund-raising opportunities Train volunteers on opening/closing duties/cleaning duties Accept and store donations accordingly This is the second year EEHI will be providing this service to our community and sees this as a unique opportunity for a highly organized individual who has great passion for their community. Understanding that hours are subject to need, this person needs to be a quick-learning, self-starter who is very flexible and exhibits grace under pressure. Special consideration will be given to individuals possessing social work/shelter experience with proven crisis intervention skills, but all are encouraged to apply. Wage and hours to be determined. Position open until filled. Cover :etter and Resume via email to: Sean Doyle

Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy Directives https://www.canada.ca//progr/homelessness/directives.html

The East Elgin Housing Initiative, a committee of the East Elgin Community Assistance Program, oversees a homeless shelter at St Paul’s church in Aylmer. The mission of the shelter is to provide a warm, safe and friendly environment for those in need during the winter months. We are open on an emergency basis from November 1st to April 1st from 7 pm - 7 am daily. The shelter is overseen by a committee and relies on volunteer participation to deliver it’s intended services. ...This is a part-time position. The successful candidate will report to the Board and perform the following duties: Supervisor / Coordinator may be required to cover shifts Schedule volunteers for shifts Ensure all log books are complete and up to date Ensure all cleaning/sanitizing protocols are followed Perform intake paperwork with all new guests Recruit and train volunteers on all duties Make sure volunteers have been properly screened Ensure that appropriate relationships between volunteers / guests / staff are maintained Seek out potential fund-raising opportunities Accept and store donations accordingly. This is the second year EEHI will be providing this service to our community and sees this as a unique opportunity for a highly organized individual who has great passion for their community. Understanding that hours are subject to need, this person needs to be a quick learning, self-starter who is very flexible and exhibits grace under pressure. Special consideration will be given to individuals possessing social work / shelter experience with proven crisis intervention skills, but all are encouraged to apply. Wage and hours to be determined. Position open until filled. Please forward resumé to: [email protected]

Just how "un-noticed" is homelessness in Aylmer? What is anyone doing about the 2020-2021 Operational Season ahead?

The myth that homelessness only pertains to single men and women persists. This was driven home for me, Paul Cowley, Monday, May 25, 2020 when I encountered a father & son walking the streets of Aylmer, Ontario. We chatted and the two informed me they were currently living in "unacceptable conditions". The 2015 Canadian study cited below indicates otherwise and now I have personal verification. This family with the capability of paying for a place can't find acceptable housing in Aylmer. How can this be!

The myth that homelessness only pertains to single men and women persists. This was driven home for me, Paul Cowley, Monday, May 25, 2020 when I encountered a father & son walking the streets of Aylmer, Ontario. We chatted and the two informed me they were currently living in "unacceptable conditions". The 2015 Canadian study cited below indicates otherwise and now I have personal verification. This family with the capability of paying for a place can't find acceptable housing in Aylmer. How can this be!

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