Hestia Youth Homes

A foundation for a bright future

When you have a guaranteed place to rest, you sleep well and focus clearly, leaving room to enjoy your day. We can help you secure a safe space to rest. To access our services, you must be referred by your case worker.

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“This place gave me a chance to grow as a person knowing there are people who care about you. I never had this, so I am very grateful for Hestia”

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Stable, affordable housing

Hestia Youth Homes helps vulnerable young adults by providing safe, stable living spaces.

Hestia Youth Homes offers:

a private bedroom – includes a bed, dresser, closet, and a bedside table. You can personalize your space as you wish—art, additional furniture (such as small chairs, etc.), throw blankets, cushions, and anything else that makes your space feel like you
access to day staff who develop educational opportunities
support from on-site, overnight house role model who ensures safety and manages emergencies

Intake Process

Complete the Coordinated Access Round Table (CART) intake form to get a case worker, then ask for a referral from your assigned case worker.

Fill out the form here
Once your CART referral is in place, your application is brought to the committee for program matching. If the committee feels you’re a good fit, your information will be passed on to Hestia Youth Homes.
Next, Hestia staff will reach out for a suitability interview with you. This is your opportunity to get to know each other, and for you to ask questions about the program.
Following your interview, Hestia will contact your case worker to inform them if you’ve been accepted into the program.
Once accepted, you will be placed on the program waitlist, or, if a spot is open, staff will arrange a convenient move-in date for you.

Note about the waitlist

Wait times can vary from one month to more than a year. In the meantime, CART may recommend other housing options for you. Keep in mind, Hestia Youth Homes does not offer emergency housing.

What should you bring to Hestia Youth Homes?

Any form of identification (ID, AB Health Card, etc.)

Paperwork confirming any income you have

A list of your allergies and medications

A list of any medical history staff should be aware of

Your belongings

FAQ

How do I access this program?
Referrals into Hestia Homes are processed through the Coordinated Access Round Table (CART) group. Anyone who wishes to be referred must have a community support worker to complete the application. If you do not currently have a support worker, one can be
arranged through the Community Links program through CMHA Lethbridge.
How long can I stay in this program?
Participation is 100% voluntary, and residents can stay in the Hestia Homes Program until the age of 25 OR until they choose to leave.
Is there a cost or fee associated with residence in the Hestia Homes Program?
The fee per person is $900/month, and includes room & board, staff support, and access to other programming through YWCA Lethbridge.
What if I don’t have any income? Can I still apply?
Yes! Potential participants in the Hestia Homes program should still submit an application through their case worker. Staff will assist with acquiring funding upon acceptance.

You can help young adults find stability

With the help of donors and supporters like you, we’ve been able to help thousands of women and families escape violence, find homes, and break cycles of homelessness.

of the unhoused experienced homelessness before the age of 25

of youth stated conflict or abuse was the cause of their homelessness

of unhoused youth identified as being a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+

When you support the Hestia Homes Program, you help young adults find affordable housing—one of the largest barriers preventing them from escaping domestic violence.

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