Innercity Veterans Outreach & Support (IVOS)
They served our country now we serve them. Offering one-on-one support in a safe and welcoming community.
OIM volunteers, all of whom are Veterans themselves, and staff help our at-risk and homeless Veterans every Wednesday by giving them a safe space where they can come and enjoy a meal, play games, and chat with each other.
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In partnership with Veterans Affairs Canada, we offer practical support and a weekly At-Home program for homeless and at-risk Veterans. We offer one-on-one support in a safe and welcoming community.
How it works
Our program helps at-risk and homeless Veterans in the following ways:
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Street Outreach
Street Outreach happens seven days a week, and we actively seek out and identify Veterans by asking, "Have you served?" This is the start of helping veterans get back on their feet.
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Door Outreach
Every Tuesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Veterans in need can come to our Office (391 Gladstone Ave) and receive food, clothing and other supplies.​​​
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IVOS At-Home Weekly Program- open to ALL Veterans who want to be part of our community
We meet every Wednesday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the OIM Office building for camaraderie with other Veterans.
Recreational Activities such as cribbage and other games are available.
Access is provided to literature, resources, a phone and a computer.
Lunch is provided.​​
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IVOS Movie Night - open to ALL Veterans who want to be part of our community
We meet on the third Monday of each month. Doors open at 5:45 pm.
A meal is provided.
Transportation may be provided.
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No one understands a Veteran like a Veteran. If you want to get involved or have questions, please email Elizabeth, our IVOS Associate: elizabeth.beaven@ottawainnercityministries.ca.
Details
When (At-Home IVOS Program): Every Wednesday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.
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When (movie night): Every third Monday, starting at 5:30 pm.
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Where: OIM's office.
Who can access it?
All Veterans are welcome. If you want to know more, please call our office at 613-237-6031.
Operation Road Home
If you are or know a Veteran in need, OIM can help! Our Veterans team can provide critical Veteran-centric programs and support through wrap-around services such as offering screening and referral services for counselling, substance use treatment, and clinical health services to Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Please visit the Operation Road Home webpage to learn more about this program or who's eligible.
Facts from our IVOS Program
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