TDCSS Meal Centre, Homeless Outreach:
Background
On March 01, 2018 TDCSS moved and expanded its Soup Kitchen/Community Connections progam in order to better serve the needs of the members of our community. At our new facilities, you will find: relief from the cold, a safe place to meet with others, washroom facilities, a bowl of hot soup when available, and a cup of coffee. There is also community connection support to help participants engage the community and find employment opportunities.Â
Volunteers donated their time to address needs as they became apparent.
Food Share, Warm coats, clothing, blankets, and other items are provided as available.
About Us
“Bob’s Soup Shack” is located on the corner of Lakelse and Atwood (across from the old Kondolas building) and is open from 9am-2pm Monday to Friday.
We provide the following services to those who visit us: A warm friendly environment to connect with friends over a warm meal or cup of coffee, and support to access services and seek employment opportunities.Â
Access to community services within the center such as: Community Health Nurse, Chiropractor, Nutritionist, First Nations Elders, Mental Health and Addictions, Smoking Cessation groups, Housing Advocacy, Dental Hygienist, and many others
Referrals to appropriate housing options
Referrals to income assistance
Referrals and linkages to the necessary community support services to address individual health and wellness needs
When appropriate, we accompany individuals to appointments
Tenancy support
Referral to Employment preparation skills such as: literacy, communication skills, basic computer skills, job search techniques, interview skills, resume and cover letter writing, job board
Donations
We welcome donations:
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Monetary donations may be made on the TDCSS website or at our main office at 200 – 3219 Eby Street, Terrace BC.
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New or gently used adult/children’s clothes (freshly washed) can be dropped off at the center
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Toiletries
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New or gently used towels/bedding
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Fresh baking
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Ground coffee/ whitener/ sugar
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Food supplies
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Household items (please speak to staff regarding larger items as space is limited)
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Craft supplies
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Table games
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Opportunities for Involvement
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Ways you can become involved in The Living Room Project:
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Donate time and/or money
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Sponsor breakfast or lunch for a day/ month/ year
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Volunteer to assist with takedown/cleanup on a Friday afternoon at 2:30pm
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Offer to teach a craft or skill and/or provide the supplies