The County of Simcoe says it is implementing another Supportive Rapid Re-Housing Program (SRRP) in Barrie.
The county says the property on Blake Street at Penetanguishene Road will use modular units that will be relocated from their current location on Rose Street.
"This renewed SRRP program is anticipated to help address housing needs for at-risk seniors (55+) chronically using emergency shelters and in need of supportive housing in the City of Barrie," the county said in a news release.
The program is expected to resume in the winter for approximately four months and will provide support to about 14 people at a time.
"This SRRP provides seniors with wrap around housing with integrated supports to find and integrate into permanent housing successfully," stated the county.
County officials emphasize that the modular units are not a shelter but a temporary home for individuals until they prepare for more independent living situations.
"Future use of the site will be communicated following further review with service partners," according to the news release.
A similar program for adults 18 and older operated on the former Ontario Provincial Police property on Rose Street at Highway 400. According to the county, there were many successful outcomes with no known impact on the surrounding neighbourhood.
About the Supportive Rapid Re-Housing Program (SRRP)
The County’s Supportive Rapid Re-Housing Program (SRRP) is a temporary program designed to assist individuals who are facing homelessness transition into permanent housing within a short period of time (typically 180 days). Clients are considered low-risk individuals who have been impacted by situational homelessness.
People who live in the SRRP units are supported through all aspects of the move-in process, including:
- unit viewings
- reviewing leases
- furnishing apartments
- establishing connections
On-going follow-up supports are provided to ensure clients are adapting well and support they require is available. During the SRRP housing period, residents will be provided full wrap-around services including mental health, addiction, employment supports and other needs.
A program FAQ is available online at simcoe.ca/SRRP.
