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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Program: Growing Up Healthy Downtown
Organizations: Family Service Toronto
Phone Numbers: 416-595-9230 ext 330
Fax: 416-595-0242
Email: sau@familyservicetoronto.org
Website: www.familyservicetoronto.org/our-services/programs...
Address: 355 Church St
Toronto, ON
M5B 1Z8
Intersection: Church St and Gerrard St E
Location: Toronto (Church—Yonge Corridor)
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance * easy access to elevator * barrier-free washroom including door and stall * designated parking at entrance
Hours: Vary by program and site -- call for details
Executives: Leila Sarangi - Director, Social Action and Community Building
Family Service Toronto
Leilasa@familyservicetoronto.org
Contacts: Sophia Ali - Co-ordinator
Service Description: Community-based project promoting healthy development of young children living in downtown Toronto * collaborative project of 8 agencies serving 8 neighbourhoods * general health promotion strategies include networks and coalitions working for improved child health, community development and capacity building

Specific programs vary by site, but include family resource and drop-in programs * day camp, school readiness, fitness and arts and craft programs for families * parenting programs and workshops * parent relief * community kitchens * information and referral

Partner agencies -- Davenport Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre, Dixon Hall, Family Service Toronto, 519 Church Street Community Centre, Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre, West Neighbourhood House, University Settlement, WoodGreen Community Services (see separate entries) * not all programs offered at all sites
Fees: Free
Application: Contact the Coordinator or member agency serving your area
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Families and caregivers with children birth-6 years
Languages: English ; French
Area(s) Served: Davenport Rd (north) to Lake Ontario (south), Old Weston Rd/Lansdowne Ave (west) to Victoria Park Ave (east)

This information was last completely updated on: 9-12-2024


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