Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre, Toronto Office

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Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre

Site: Toronto Office

Record #: MET5029

Last Full Update: 10 Jun 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone	416-515-1100
Toll Free Phone	1-855-424-1100
Fax	416-515-1227
E-Mail	info@boostforkids.org
Website	www.boostforkids.org
Social Media	Facebook, X (Twitter), YouTube

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)	Interdisciplinary coordination of services for child abuse victims and child abuse investigations including assessment, support and intervention for child abuse victims and their families research, consultation, training and education on child abuse prevention, recognition, intervention, trauma In partnership with Children's Aid Society of Toronto, Catholic Children's Aid Society of Toronto, Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, Jewish Family and Child, Toronto Police Service, Radius Child and Youth Services, and Hospital for Sick Children Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Program (see separate listings) Child Abuse Protocol Establishes guidelines for coordinated investigations, prosecutions and case management of child abuse cases Assessment Directed Therapy Individual trauma assessments for children 4-17 years who have been abused or have experienced trauma due to violence; includes child-focused, family-centred, strength-based therapy adolescent and parent/caregiver support groups facilitation of interagency responses Child Victim Witness Support Individual court preparation and support for witnesses 3-17 years and supporting adults prior to criminal court proceedings Boost Accredited Reliable K9s (BARK) program available to children and youth requiring additional support while accessing CVWS program in Toronto and Peterborough
Hours	Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm; contact for availability of evening appointments
Areas Served	Durham Region ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Toronto ; York County
Eligibility	Ages: 4 year(s) - 17 year(s) Children 4-17 years who have experienced abuse, and their parents/caregivers; varies by specific program Residency Requirements: Toronto; Child Victim Witness Support Program: also Central Ontario, including Barrie, Bradford, Cobourg, Collingwood, Lindsay, Midland, Orillia, Peterborough
Application	For intake contact 416-515-1100 ext 59231 or intake@boostforkids.org; referral by family members, police, child protection agencies, social service agencies, health care systems, victim services, school personnel and other professionals; referrals may vary by program, contact for information
Languages	Interpreters arranged as necessary
Fees	Client services free; fee for training programs and materials

Site Information

Located In Community	Toronto
Address & Map	245 Eglinton Ave E 2d Floor Toronto, ON Canada M4P 3B7
Mailing Address	245 Eglinton Ave E 2d Floor Toronto, ON Canada M4P 3B7
Physical Access	Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator - braille features ; Street and underground parking

Categories and Classification

Parenting Main Categories	Mental Health
Parenting Sub-Categories	Abuse/Assault
Service Categories	Abuse/Violence Related Support Groups ~ Abused Children ; Abuse/Violence Related Support Groups ~ Families/Friends of Abused Children ; Child Abuse Counselling ; Child Abuse Medical Evaluations ; Child Abuse Prevention ; Child Advocacy Centres ; Child Sexual Abuse Counselling ; Child Sexual Assault Prevention ; Court Orientation Programs ~ Children Witnessing Violence ; Crime Witness Support ~ Children Witnessing Violence ; General Crime Victim Assistance ~ Abused Children ; Internet Information Resources ~ Crime Issues ; Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups ~ Child Abuse Issues

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