Rent-Geared-to-Income and independent living units for seniors.
Quick facts
Service type: Housing, Seniors
Eligibility: Seniors 59+
Location: 1070 Queen St. E. , Toronto, ON
Building description
1070 Queen St. E., also known as Jack Layton Seniors Housing, offers independent living units for seniors 59+. This site is 100 per cent Rent-Geared-to-Income and has175 units with bachelor, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts. Residents have access to full-time housing workers for tenancy supports and communityprograms.
Assisted Living supports are available through the Assisted Living Program. Clients can be referred through the Home and Community Care Program, local hospitals or by informally by staff. Eligibility is determined through an assessment by the supervisor of the program will determine eligibility.
This site also includes three separate Cluster Housing areas for frail seniors, with shared living spaces and full-time assisted living services. Tenants in Cluster Housing and Assisted Living units receive support from WoodGreen’s Community Care Unit.
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