SASKATOON — Friday, Saskatoon's second mental health group home, Garden of Hope, officially opened for youth ages 12-18.
This new, youth-driven therapeutic housing will provide better access to mental health supports thanks to a partnership between the Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Health Authority and EGADZ.
Garden of Hope will offer outreach services and provide a safe place for Saskatoon and area youth to remain in their community while receiving the help they need. The program objective is to reduce self-harming behaviours, suicide attempts and hospital visits and admissions.
The Government of Saskatchewan has allocated $1.05 million in funding to support the development and operation of the eight-space mental health group home, with capacity to expand to 10 spaces. This is part of a larger commitment of $2.4 million in 2023-24 to develop mental health group homes for youth in Saskatoon, Regina and Prince Albert.
"This project has youth involvement from conception to completion, laying the groundwork that will assist youth well into the future. It is a true home that is for youth, by youth,” EGADZ Executive Director Don Meikle said.
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