John Howard Society of Sault Ste Marie and District

Call * no referral required

People that are at risk of becoming in conflict with the law by virtue of low income, education, abuse and/or addictions

Varies by program

English ; French

French services available upon request

Algoma and area

Wheelchair Accessible

Community based services that address crime and its causes * prevention and intervention services

Bail verification and supervision program: Pretrial assistance for accused individuals
Community education: Presentation and promotional materials
Community service order: Hours performed at community agencies
Discharge planning: Assistance in pre-release planning to ensure housing and financial needs are met upon release from custody
Offender treatment: Individual sessions for those on parole to teach healthy thinking and problem solving skills
Options navigator: Assistance towards employment, schooling and support services
Record suspensions: Assistance with application
Federal diversion: Provides service for clients offered federal diversion
Restorative justice: Restorative justice training and facilitation of restorative practices within the community
Housing based intensive case management: Offered to people that are at high risk of homelessness
Shelter diversion: Assistance in helping people who are homeless to find/maintain housing
Options for change: Social skills training in groups and individually

Adult Services