Marymound’s Independent Options Program

It’s not easy to go out on your own. There are so many things to think about and so many new responsibilities. Finding a place to live, preparing meals and shopping for food, getting a job and/or going to school, not to mention being a teenager and alone to do it all.

On call around the clock
Young people in the Independent Options Program can call our helpline 24 hours a day for advice, referral or just to talk. A staff member is always available to help.

Marymound Independent Options Program is designed to help teens (age 16 and up) who are transitioning from the services provided by Child and Family Services to independent living. Skilled and trained Marymound staff support each youth in a flexible and specially tailored program to meet the needs of the individual.

Independent Living
A young person living in his/her own apartment/suite receives assistance from a support worker in finding a place to live, budgeting, registering for school/finding employment and other necessary skills. The worker maintains regular contact and support.

On call around the clock
Young people in the Independent Options can call our helpline 24 hours a day for advice, referral or just to talk. A staff member is always available to help.

Full Independence is the Ultimate Goal
We want the young people we work with to become self-sufficient, confident and valuable members of their communities. Youth will be empowered to thrive on their own, armed with the knowledge and technical skills to live independently.

Workshops, community events, career exploration and life skills training all serve to help youth to grow intellectually and emotionally, gain “hands-on” experience and prepare them for the final stage of independence.

Find out more about the Independent Options Program by emailing or phoning 944-7403.

Young Parents Program

Marymound also offers the Young Parents Program,  providing a helping hand, advice and guidance, and  support to young moms.