Grey-Bruce is a large area serving many communities. In order to provide the most accessible services to the entire service area; Grey County and Bruce County provide funding through the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative for emergency shelter accommodations in partnership with the YMCA Community Initiatives by way of short-term motel accommodations.

Emergency Short Term Shelter – YMCA Community Initiatives

If you or someone you know is unsheltered please contact 211 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) for the most accurate information. This program is administered by YMCA Community Initiatives and a person may receive additional shelter as they are developing a longer-term housing plan.

If you are at risk of homelessness, please contact a YMCA Housing Stability Worker at 519- 371-9230 x 5, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

A Place to Go – Safe ‘N Sound -- 310 8th St E, Owen Sound
Effective November 16th, 2020 Safe ‘N Sound will be providing evening drop-in services.
• Hours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Services:
o Warm drop in space
o Opportunity for connecting with YMCA Emergency Shelter Program and referrals to other services as needed

Mental Health and Addictions Outreach Supports – Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce

If you or someone you know needs mental health and addictions outreach supports, services can be accessed through the CMHA Grey Bruce by calling 519-371-2390, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 1-877- 470-5200 as soon as possible.