Turning Points Transitional Housing Program
YWCA Saskatoon’s Turning Points was developed as a response to the need for long-term support for many of the crisis shelter residents. It is a transitional housing program that offers a safe, affordable, and supportive environment for 14 women who are ready and willing to change their lives, for up to one year. Through this program, women have the opportunity to create a stable foundation on which they can build a fulfilling, independent life.
Turning Points clients receive:
- 24-hour support
- Counselling to help develop life skills and set achievable goals
- Referrals and connections to community resources
- Assistance in obtaining gainful employment
- Access to treatment for mental health and addiction issues
- A place to feel safe and recover from bad life situations
An affordable cost of living ($459/month)
Applying for Turning Points
To enter the program, women must go through a referral and interview process, and demonstrate a willingness to make daily connections in the community. They can be referred by workers from other agencies or refer themselves, but the key is that the program is entered voluntarily, with the will to make real changes in their lives.