drop in

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday * 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Breakfast: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 10 a.m

Lunch: Monday and Thursday 12 to 1 p.m.

* From November 1 to March 30 the Drop-in opens at 7:30 a.m.

Who can come? Anyone, no matter where they live, can use our Drop-in and The Stop Café. Enjoy our nutritious breakfasts and lunches and make use of our many other activities and services including:

Community phone for free local calls.
Community information on many other local services and programs.
Housing information updated weekly.
Snacks and beverages.
Workshops and social activities.
Creative arts Thursdays
An identification worker is available to help replace lost or stolen ID on Mondays 12-3 p.m.
A settlement worker helps newcomers connect with local services on Mondays from 12-3 p.m.
A housing advocate helps people with their housing concerns and questions on Thursdays from 12-2 p.m.

The focus of the Drop In is on prevention, namely, intervening before a crisis erupts. A safe, supportive environment ensures that problems related to such issues as health, income and/or housing get addressed before they become full-blown crises.

The Stop's Drop In allows us to keep our community centre open all day Monday through Friday.

The Drop In enables community members to access support networks, community information, friendship and nutritious food. Through an intensive outreach strategy we have been able to connect with some of the most vulnerable residents in our community, including homeless people and isolated adults.

"I moved into the community in February, and I didn't know anyone. I stayed in the house. Then I came over to The Stop and they told me about the Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood Centre. I went there and ever since I've been going to both. I don't stay home any more."

"I enjoy coming and meeting new people. I love the cooking programs. When I get up in the morning The Stop is a place to look forward to, not only for the cooking groups but also the crafts and workshops."

West End Food Access Alliance

Formed in 1996, the West End Food Access Alliance (WEFAA) is a coalition of west end social service providers, schools, public health representatives and faith groups.

Working together, WEFAA members have developed successful food programs such as community dinners, kitchens, gardens and school snacks in order to improve local food security