CFOC is a registered non-profit with charitable status located in Ajax, Ontario. DOC is a program stream within their Homelessness Initiatives, and runs three low-barrier and housing-focused emergency shelters for individuals 18+ in the areas of Ajax and Whitby. DOC is funded by the Regional Municipality of Durham and is the largest emergency shelter provider in the region. DOC is also part of the Coordinated Access system as a Community Access Point for the regional By-Name List.
With a total of 95 beds, DOC offers a space of dignity and respect for individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship while providing trauma-informed and people centred wrap-around supports to assist clients in achieving their long-term housing goals. Employing a harm reduction lens, DOC programs are not abstinence based, however, we do prohibit use on property.
While residing at one of the DOC locations, clients have access to showers, laundry, and transportation services. Clients are also provided three nutritious meals a day and supported with medication storage and compliance. Each client is assigned a Patron Relations Advocate who will provide case management support to achieve goals such as obtaining identification or income support, and finding appropriate long-term housing solutions. Once a client has exited the DOC program and moved into long-term housing, a Housing Retention Worker supports the client as they adjust to living within the community.