Organization:
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York Region. Community & Health Services (Social Assistance) - Short Term Assistance for Renters (STAR)
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Toll-Free:
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1-877-464-9675 Access York
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TTY:
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1-866-512-6228 Access York
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Address:
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17310 Yonge St Unit 9 Newmarket, ON L3Y 7R9
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Map
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Hours:
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COVID19 - Closed for public access until further notice.
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Service Description:
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COVID19 - Closed for public access until further notice.
Provides a short term rent benefit and case management support to help people stay housed when faced with a temporary financial loss
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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To qualify:
• You live in a legal affordable market rent unit in York Region
• Your household has experienced job loss that is temporary, involuntary, and resulted in significant income loss (i.e. 20% income loss)
• You pay more than 50% of your income on shelter costs (rent and utilities)
• You have less than $20,000 in assets
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