Who is Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
What does Neighbourhood Link Support Services do?
What services does Neighbourhood Link Support Services provide?
How are Neighbourhood Link Support Services’ programs and services funded?
Does it cost money to use Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
I’m looking for a job. How can Neighbourhood Link Support Services help me?
I’m an employer, looking to hire. How can you help me?
How can I volunteer at Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
I’m a new immigrant. Do you have any programs that can help me?
Do you have any programs aimed at youth?
Who is Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
Neighbourhood Link Support Services is a non-profit community based organization that works in cooperation with colleague agencies across Toronto to provide services to seniors, host community dinners, support newcomers, mentor youth and deliver employment services. Our organization began over 30 years ago from grass roots when Cecelia Murphy and Norm Houghton recognized that their aging neighbours were declining for want of assistance with the very basic activities of life.
What does Neighbourhood Link Support Services do?
We identify community needs and respond with services that help individuals live with dignity and independence. We provide leadership in developing and promoting excellence within the community service sector and guidance to influence public policy regarding the role of neighbourhood agencies.
What services does Neighbourhood Link Support Services provide?
For an outline of all Neighbourhood Link Support Services please return to the home page and click on the tab marked “Programs & Services.”
How are Neighbourhood Link Support Services’ programs and services funded?
Neighbourhood Link Support Services is generously funded by three levels of government as well as United Way of Greater Toronto, foundations, corporate sponsorships, insurance companies, individual donations and fees-for-service. Take a look at our most recent list of supporters.
Does it cost money to use Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
Thanks to the generous support of our funders, most programs are available to clients at no direct cost. Some programs are offered for a fee on a sliding scale to ensure affordability. We are committed to a philosophy of being accessible to all.
I’m looking for a job. How can you help me?
Neighbourhood Link Support Services assigns every client with an Employment Counsellor with the objective of helping individuals find meaningful employment. The Employment Counsellor will provide career counselling, job search assistance, résumé writing support, skills assessments and the overall guidance, direction and information needed to help you with your job search.
I’m an employer, looking to hire. How can you help me?
If you are an employer looking to hire, Neighbourhood Link Support services can help you find the right candidate. Our Career Counsellors pre-screen candidates and match their experience, skills and work history to your company’s requirements. If you hire our candidate there is a possibility we can also support you financially with your training costs.
How can I volunteer at Neighbourhood Link Support Services?
Volunteer Services provide many different opportunities for individuals to volunteer their time and talents. Volunteers enrich the lives of clients and make invaluable contributions to programs, while learning new skills, making new connections and experiencing personal fulfillment. Over 800 volunteers and students touch the lives of more than 20,000 people every year. For more information please return to the home page and click on “Volunteer Opportunities.”
I’m a new immigrant. Do you have any programs that can help me?
Neighbourhood Link Support Services offers many programs to help newcomers, such as providing information about the community and Canada’s health system, helping with settlement and with exploring Toronto, and helping you meet new friends and practise your English skills in conversation circles.
Do you have any programs aimed at youth?
We have programs and activities for youth of all ages. A favourite is our drop-in homework club called Kick Start, where we encourage older youth to become mentors to the younger kids. For more information please return to the home page and click on “Programs & Services,” and then follow the link to the Youth programs.
