DNSSAB offers homelessness prevention programs and emergency shelter resources .
If you or someone you know are in need of Emergency shelter services , the first step is to reach out to a Coordinated Access point.
Coordinated Access Nipissing (CAN) is a shift in the way that community agencies support people who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.
Individuals and families can call or visit any of the agencies listed below for more information on referrals, supports, and services to help them find or keep their home. You will be asked to complete a Common Intake and Consent form, and may be asked for further information to support your housing journey. People who are currently homeless can choose to add their name to the Coordinated Access Nipissing (CAN) Priority List. The (CAN) Priority List is a registry of everyone who is homeless in the District of Nipissing, has a profile in the Homeless Individuals and Families Information System (HIFIS) and have consented to share their information with Coordinated Access Nipissing (CAN) access points. This list is used to assess individuals and households based on their current situation.
As services, supports, and housing options become available individuals and households on the CAN Priority List will be matched based on their needs and overall eligibility.
