Interventions pour mieux agir en exclusion sociale (IMAGES)

IMAGES is an assessment and intervention service aimed at promoting the integration of homeless people into the community. Its objectives are to:

• prevent degradation and improve the living conditions of the homeless
• support the clinical plan, the professionals, and the community resources working with the homeless
• support the consolidation and local capacity building

The service is for the homeless or those at high risk of becoming homeless, especially those whose resource networks have been depleted, or whose health profiles are generally associated with multiple problems (HIV/AIDS, alcoholism, drug addiction, mental health disorders, precarious housing conditions, etc.).

How do I access the service?

The service is offered upon request by a homeless person identified by local resources, who goes directly to a CLSC, or following a request from a local partner.

It is provided by a special education technician, while a clinical nurse and 2 general practitioners provide one-time medical care.

Our partners are the City of Gatineau, the Gatineau police and fire departments, as well as several regional community organizations.

What should I expect?

The service is offered on an as-needed basis. The team does not follow up on cases. Resources are always available for clients in order to ensure they are referred to the appropriate services in the event of recidivism or where new needs are identified.

Pour un accès régional coordonné (P.A.R.C.)

P.A.R.C. is an intuitive web-based platform designed to quickly guide you to the right services, when you need them most, if you are experiencing residential instability. It brings together a multitude of resources in one place to simplify things for you. It carries reliable, up-to-date information adapted to the reality of the Outaouais region. Developed in close collaboration with local partners, P.A.R.C. reflects the needs on the ground and is an essential landmark for both the population and workers.

P.A.R.C. is for you if: 

• You are looking for a place to sleep tonight
• Your home is at risk or you could lose it
• You have a roof, but you are looking for a short-term solution
• You are helping a loved one or know someone who needs help

How does it work? 

1. Visit parcoutaouais.ca 
2. Indicate your situation
3. Check the available resources
4. Contact the organization that can help you