Living Rock MINISTRIES-Youth Resource Centre,

exists to be a safe place of community & support for youth

Living Rock Ministries has provided programs that engage, encourage and equip youth towards their personal development goals for 40 years in Hamilton.

For over 40 years, Living Rock Ministries has been a vital support for youth in Hamilton experiencing poverty and instability, with more than 22,000 visits annually. We serve young people aged 13–25 who are navigating complex challenges such as family breakdown, homelessness, mental health struggles, and substance use.

Open seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, Living Rock ensures youth can access support when they need it most. Through our continuum of care, we engage, encourage, and equip youth as they work toward stability and independence.

We engage youth by meeting basic needs through daily meals, clothing, groceries, and access to showers and laundry, while also offering safe, pro-social recreational programs that foster connection and belonging. We encourage youth to pursue personal development goals and overall wellness through supportive relationships, coaching, and access to housing, education, prenatal and parenting supports, and chaplaincy care. We equip youth with emotional, social, life, and work readiness skills, helping them build resilience and create pathways out of poverty.

At Living Rock, poverty alleviation means not only meeting immediate needs, but empowering youth to thrive and determine their future.

Depuis 40 ans, Living Rock Ministries de Hamilton continue d’offrir des programmes qui encouragent et équipent les jeunes à atteindre leurs buts de développement personnel.

Au cours des 40 dernières années, Living Rock Ministries est demeuré une ressource vitale pour les jeunes de Hamilton, ayant complété plus de 22000 visites l’an dernier seulement. Nous desservons une des populations les plus vulnérables de Hamilton : les jeunes de 13 à 25 ans qui font face à des difficultés personnelles et sociales telles que conflits familiaux, pauvreté, usage de substances illicites et problèmes de santé mentale.

Living Rock Ministries est déterminé à soutenir, encourager, et équiper les jeunes afin qu’ils poursuivent leur développement personnel, tout en offrant soutien et encouragements dans leur quête. Naviguer les systèmes sociaux peut être difficile et éprouvant,  particulièrement lorsqu’il s’agit de combler des besoins primaires tels que l’accès à de la nourriture, l’accès à l’éducation et le logement.

Living Rock Ministries offre des services et programmes qui permettent aux jeunes d’affronter les défis sur leur route. Une gamme de programmes et services complets sont offerts afin d’assurer un continuum de services pour les jeunes. Nos diverses initiatives offrent aux jeunes et à leurs enfants l’assistance nécessaire pour combler leurs besoins de base comme la nourriture, les vêtements, des douches et installations pour la lessive. De plus, nous offrons l’opportunités aux jeunes de développer leur croissance personnelle, de développer de bonnes habitudes de vie, et d’accéder à de la formation à l’emploi. Ceci afin d’aider les jeunes à construire un futur radieux, tout en étant soutenus et célébrés par leur entourage.

SUPPORTS WE OFFER YOUTH 13-25

• FREE Meals and Drop-in 7 days a week
• Hamilton’s only Youth Food Bank
• Grocery Delivery and Wellness Checks
• Youth Laundry Room
• Access to Showers and Hygiene Products
• Educational Assessments & Support
• Prenatal & Parenting support
• Life-Skills & Work Readiness Support
• (i.e. CPR First Aid, Resume Creation,
• Emotional Regulation, Budgeting)
• Computer and WIFI access
• Food Service Training
• Recreation opportunities
• Crisis Support
• Housing Support
• Recovery Support
• Chaplaincy
• Employment Training & Work Placements
• 
  

***The TRI-Rock Employment Program is available for youth 18-30

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Living Rock Ministries acknowledges that we are located on the traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabek, and the Attiwonderonk nations. These lands have long been cared for by Indigenous Peoples, whose deep connection to the land continues today.

This area is covered by the 1792 Between-the-Lakes Purchase (Treaty 3) and is part of the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, which reflects an understanding of shared responsibility, respect, and care for the land and one another.

We recognize the importance of learning from the histories and experiences of Indigenous Peoples and commit to listening with respect and humility. We believe that meaningful relationships are built through ongoing learning, understanding, and mutual respect.

As a community, we are grateful to live, work, and gather on this land. We seek to move forward together as neighbours, with care for one another and for future generations.