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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 9h

🎉Our Annual Report is available now! See our annual updates, program highlights and learn more about our accomplishments from the year. 🔗Visit loftcs.org/annualreport2026 to check out the 2025-2026 Annual Report

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

1️⃣🏠 At Bradford House, each space is designed to foster belonging and well-being. Guided by LOFT’s commitment to Indigenous teachings and practices, the building features natural light, wood finishes, gathering spaces, and healing gardens, creating an environment where people can connect and thrive.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

2️⃣This morning, CEO David Fry and LOFT staff attended the Indigenous Legacy Gathering at Nathan Phillips Square to take part in their Wahkohtowin Walk. 🧡 We are grateful for the opportunity to further our learning during Canada's ongoing journey toward truth, healing, and reconciliation.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

1️⃣Today we recognize The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Celebrated annually on September 30th, we come together to honour Residential School Survivors, and to recognize and deepen our understanding on the history and generational impact of Canada's Residential School system.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

1️⃣🏠The newly built Bradford House offers 99 affordable private suites, with 30% fully accessible to support diverse needs. Residents receive around-the-clock support from our dedicated Personal Support Worker team, including personal care, housekeeping, laundry, medication assistance, and more.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

3️⃣Residents and staff celebrated with lively performances by the Ontario Chinese Seniors Association and Silver Star Art Troupe, a filling feast, and of course, decadent moon cake! 🥮

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

1️⃣Happy Harvest Moon Festival! 🎑 Honoured across East and Southeast Asia, the Harvest Moon festival marks a time for celebration of the latest autumn harvest. This event is celebrated through traditions like gathering for dinner, moon gazing, lighting paper lanterns, and sharing moon cakes.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

1️⃣LOFT is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Sharp as our new Vice President of Client Care and Experience!👏

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

1️⃣👏LOFT is thrilled to welcome Kevin Spafford as our new VP of Strategic Partnerships & Communications. As previous VP of Strategic Initiatives at Kerry's Place Autism Services, Kevin held executive accountability for strategic planning, housing strategy, marketing & communications, and fundraising.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

1️⃣We're pleased to welcome Lori Brady to LOFT Community Services' Board of Directors! A Registered Physiotherapist and healthcare leader with 20+ years of experience across hospital, home and community care, Lori brings valuable expertise in integrated care, health system transformation, and equity.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

LOFT is excited to be joining Bridging Talent: Networking & Hiring Event for Newcomers happening today at York University's Markham Campus. 💼 🔗Visit ow.ly/jV9850ZPcay to learn more about the event and grab your tickets!

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

1️⃣🏠Since 2012, LOFT has been providing compassionate, personalized care in Bradford West Gwillimbury—supporting adults and seniors with complex needs to live with dignity, stability, and well-being.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

1️⃣From Aug 31-Oct 12, customers at RONA stores in Barrie, Midland, Toronto Stockyards, and Etobicoke can support LOFT Community Services by donating $2, $5, or $10 at checkout or online.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

1️⃣🎉This morning, LOFT CEO David Fry appeared on CBC/Radio-Canada's Ontario Morning with Ramraajh Sharvendiran to highlight the initiatives of Project EMPOWER.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Yesterday, LOFT's TAY program hosted their annual CrafTAY Market at TPL's Lillian H. Smith branch. 🎉 With over 30 youth vendors this year, shoppers browsed among a variety of handmade creations produced by our LOFT-TAY clients. 🧡 Thank you to everyone who attended this year's CrafTAY Market!

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

1️⃣Each name on the Bradford House waitlist represents a senior in need of affordable care. Demand has exceeded capacity, highlighting two facts: • Few places are equipped to support seniors with complex health challenges. • Scaling this model must be a priority as our population continues to age.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

LOFT’s Client Council is making an impact! 🎉 By following best practices in engagement such as co-creation, recovery-focused participation and more, the Council ensures that people’s lived experiences shape LOFT’s policies, and services. 🔗 Read the full story at ow.ly/4atA50ZIllN

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

1️⃣🎉Happy CrafTAY Market week! Come and shop a variety of handmade creations made by the talented youth vendors of our TAY program. Featuring beautiful artwork, knit/crochet items, textiles, stationary, accessories, and more! 🧶

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The 416 began in the 80s as a drop-in center for women facing homelessness. In 2017, LOFT took over and promised to keep its vision alive. At The 416, LOFT staff Donna and Sandra best represent what The 416 is all about. 🔗Read more about the Donna and Sandra's story at ow.ly/wqh250ZFGMk

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

3️⃣🧡 Thank you, Ontario Trillium Foundation, for empowering seniors to live and eat well at home!

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

2️⃣ Through the support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation's Seed grant, this home-based cooking program provides low-income seniors living with complex challenges opportunities to build skills and confidence to improve their nutrition and maintain independent living.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

1️⃣🎉 Today, LOFT’s Back to Home Penetanguishene program welcomed MPP Dunlop to recognize the Ontario Trillium Foundation, for their support of Project EMPOWER, a food literacy pilot serving seniors in Simcoe County.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Your Summer 2026 Community Update is here! 💫 Hear the compassionate stories of some of the staff at The 416, get the latest updates on our #BradfordHouse, learn about LOFT's Client Council and more. 🔗 Read the full newsletter now at ow.ly/qIj150ZFGB2

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

On August 14th, CAMH hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the Champagne Centre to celebrate the $9.7 million provincial investment that will support renovations for an expanded partnership between LOFT CS and CAMH. 🎉 🔗 Check out CBC News' article covering the event here: ow.ly/II1Q50ZFP5m

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Bradford House is Bill’s home. It’s where he feels safe, supported, and respected. With your support, more people like Bill will have a place to truly call home. 🔗 To learn more about #BradfordHouse, visit loftcs.org/bradford

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

#BradfordHouse provides what many seniors need—and few places offer: Accessible housing, private suites, 24/7 onsite PSWs, mental health support, case management & medication assistance, nutritious meals, and coordinated care. 🏠 This is wraparound care—outside of hospitals, where it belongs.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🤝 This #ThankfulThursday, LOFT recognizes the incredible volunteers from #RBC who helped prepare #BradfordHouse for move-in day! Together, they arranged welcome gifts and helped with adding the finishing touches in creating a warm home. Thank you to our volunteers for their time and generosity! 🏠

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Get ready for your Summer 2026 newsletter! 🗞️ Our newest issue of Connections is coming soon, and we want to make sure you're in the loop of everything happening at LOFT. 🔗 Visit loftcs.org/newsletters to check out past issues and keep an eye out for our Summer newsletter dropping soon!

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🤝 Working closely with CAMH, LOFT will deliver 24-hour nursing and personal care, case management, care coordination, and life enrichment services, helping clients maintain stability and independence during their recovery journey.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

📅🏠 The Champagne Centre will house The Path Home program beginning in 2027. The Path Home offers specialized transitional housing and community-based supports for individuals leaving inpatient care at CAMH.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🎉Today, CAMH hosted a ceremony at the Champagne Centre with the presence of city councillor's James Pasternak, Michael Thompson and Anthony Perruzza where the Honourable Michael Kerzner celebrated the $9.7 million provincial investment that will support an expanded partnership between LOFT and CAMH.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Bradford House is built to support seniors with complex health needs. Designed to serve individuals that other care settings can’t, it offers a safe, welcoming place to call home. Because everyone deserves a place they feel at home. To learn more about Bradford House, visit loftcs.org/bradford

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

🌍 For this #InternationalYouthDay, we're highlighting the CrafTAY Market, a local event hosted by LOFT's TAY program. The CrafTAY Market empowers TAY youth by providing them with a low-barrier opportunity to sell their creations. 📅 More details about the third annual CrafTAY Market are coming soon!

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Seniors with complex needs often fall through the cracks—cycling between care settings poorly equipped to support them. Bradford House fills this gap with affordable housing and 24/7 individualized care for those living with conditions like dementia and depression. Learn more at loftcs.org/bradford

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Today is International #DayofFriendship! 🫂 At LOFT, we value programming that encourages building strong relationships and community connections among our clients and staff. Through intentional care and engagement, we're grateful to help build a support systems within their community. 🫶

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🎉 A new chapter begins! LOFT is thrilled to welcome clients and staff into the new #BradfordHouse — a purpose-built building that reflects what compassionate, personalized, and deeply affordable care for seniors should look like.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

To celebrate the season, LOFT's Pelham Park ICM and Toronto Community Housing teams fired up the grill for a summer BBQ earlier this month! 🍔 With over 140 attendees, it was an afternoon of great conversations, new connections, and summer fun! 🌞

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

July 24 is #SelfCareDay, a reminder to look after your own mental, physical and emotional well-being 24/7. Self-care looks different for everyone, but small daily habits can make a big impact to start. ⬇️ Today, reflect on your own routines and consider ways to show yourself a little extra care. 🩷

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Yesterday, we welcomed Scott Ovenden, Chief Regional Officer (Toronto & East), Christine Nuernberger, VP of Capacity, Access, and Flow (Central), and Kristen Raiskums, Director of Clinical Integration, Clinical Programs & Innovation (Central) from Ontario Health to LOFT's #BradfordHouse for a tour.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

To wrap up Pride season, residents and staff at Spencer High Support Housing came together for their annual BBQ! As they shared food, and played games, the spirit of belonging was at the heart of the gathering. A client reflected, “I feel like for the first time I belong, like I'm in a family.” 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Today will be very hot. ⚠️ Some medications taken to support mental health can make it harder for bodies to cool down, increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Find cooling spaces across the city at www.toronto.ca/community-people/hea…

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, a time to celebrate the strength found in the diversity of our abilities, experiences, and differences. As improve the accessibility of our services, spaces, and supports, we recognize that each step we take today impacts a more accessible and inclusive future for all.

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

On #ThankfulThursday, we're grateful to AMS and Kits for a Cause for their continued generosity. For the second year, their Toronto office assembled 200 hygiene kits for our Front Street Hub, which connects individuals experiencing street homelessness to health, social, and housing supports. 💜

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Bradford House provides deeply affordable housing for seniors with complex mental and physical health needs—filling a critical gap left by long-term care homes and other facilities. 🏠 Learn how Bradford House is changing what compassionate care looks like at loftcs.org/bradford

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

To honour #IndigenousHistoryMonth, LOFT's Back to Home - John Gibson House came together for a powerful smudging and drumming circle. Through song, ceremony, and shared teachings from performer, Steve Blue, clients and staff reflected on their understanding on Indigenous history and culture. 🧡

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

For LOFT's Pride celebration at St. Anne's Place, staff and clients came together to sing and dance alongside Drag Queen LadyLike. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ With each song, she transforms any room into a full-on dance party, brining joy and energy that gets everyone moving! 💃 #Pride2026

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This #ThankfulThursday, we're grateful to the Jays Care Foundation and TD for uplifting our 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This month, LOFT proudly returned to Pride Night! Along partner organizations, clients took to center field with the Pride flag, a powerful reminder of the courage in our community. 🌈

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

“I’m grateful to live at Bradford House—it keeps me connected to my community. Being close to downtown means everything to me, and with my power chair funded, I can now get out and explore independently.” — Denise, Resident Learn more about how LOFT supports the community at loftcs.org/bradford 🧡

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

At our second appearance at @yorkregionca Parade, we were proud to march in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community alongside local organizations and businesses. Thank you to everyone who came out to champion inclusion, unity, and the freedom to love. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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LOFT Community Services @loftcs.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Earlier this week, residents and staff were treated to a special performance by drag queen Hillary Yaas at Back to Home – John Gibson House. 🌈 From the first note on her ukelele, to the last bite of cake, the party reminded us that celebrating pride is ageless and better together! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #HappyPride

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