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Please note: due to the lack of funding from the government of Nova Scotia, SHYFT Youth Services are presently unavailable. For more information, please call 881-3111 during office hours Monday to Friday.

SHYFT Youth Services is a safe and supportive housing option for youth between the ages of 16-24. The home opened on January 5th, 2011 and is able to accommodate 7 youth. The youth share bathrooms and kitchen space. The meals are shared and prepared by youth and staff.

All youth are responsible to follow houserules and expectations. These rules and expectations will be explained and discussed upon intake. Referrals can be made by outside agencies or individuals (including the youth).

SHYFT Housing offers the following services:
24 hour staff support
Shared meal preparation
Beds for 7 youth 16 - 24 years old
Staff willing to work with youth to develop goals and a plan
Access to laundry services

SHYFT Housing at 6 Trinity Place, Yarmouth, NS

If you wish to make a donation:

SHYFT Youth Services Society is the body that advises the work that is being done at SHYFT. The Tri County Women’s Centre is the proponent of the project and administers the funding. Please issue cheques to the Tri County Women’s Centre. A charitable tax receipt will be made out for any donation $20.00 or more.

SHYFT will also accept non-perishable food items, personal hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, soap, tampons, pads), socks, slippers, blankets, books, gently used youth appropriate clothing, and DVDs.