Madison Community Services

Madison Community Services Madison supports those with mental health challenges through a broad range of programs, case management, housing and services.

When Madison was founded over 40 years ago, there were few services to support the thousands of psychiatric patients discharged from hospital through the Ontario government’s “de-institutionalization” policy. Without the supports they needed to live independently, ex-patients found themselves in a cycle of poverty, illness, homelessness and re-hospitalization. To help break the cycle, a small grou

p of social workers from the Queen Street Mental Health Centre started a home on Madison Avenue for adults discharged from psychiatric hospitals. By sharing responsibility for the household’s management, residents developed skills, confidence and connections with their peers. By 1981, Madison had incorporated and was seeking new approaches to support people with mental health and addictions challenges. In 1984, Madison opened one of Ontario’s first “high support” housing programs, with 24-hour staff to support ten adults. In 1985 it approached the Ministry of Health and City of Toronto to operate an “ultra-high” support program for ten adults unable to leave hospital because their mental health problems were too complex for traditional high-support programs. In 1986, it collaborated with Queen Street Mental Health Centre and the Supportive Housing Coalition to support another ten adults in their own apartments. Through other collaborations with St. Matthew’s United Church, Metro Toronto Housing Development Corporation, Community Housing & Support Services and CityHome, Madison created a full array of high-, medium- and low-support options in large and small houses, rooming houses and apartments. Our colleagues in the mental health and housing sector recognize Madison as a founding member of the Ontario Federation of Community Mental Health and Addiction Programs, the Supportive Housing Coalition (now Mainstay Housing), and among the founding members of the Dream Team, a group of consumer/survivors who use their stories to advocate for more supportive housing. Thirty years later, Madison continues to build on our tradition of innovation, collaboration and a commitment to our clients.

08/01/2025

Today we honour Emancipation Day — a day marking the end of slavery across the British Empire, including Canada, on August 1, 1834.

Though the chains were broken, the struggle continues.
This day is not just about history — it’s about truth, resistance, resilience, and reclaiming the fullness of Black identity in a country that often forgets its own role in slavery.

We remember the ancestors.
We celebrate Black freedom.
We continue the fight for justice.

Empowering communities, one conversation at a time 💼✨Madison Community Services was proud to attend the NEW Start Career...
07/09/2025

Empowering communities, one conversation at a time 💼✨
Madison Community Services was proud to attend the NEW Start Career Fair hosted by ! 🌍❤️

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect, share our mission, and support newcomers on their path to wellness and success.

Thank you for giving us the space to showcase what Madison is all about—mental health support, community care, and building brighter futures together. 🙌💙

07/09/2025

🎨✨ Unleash. Express. Transform

The Youth Art Expression Program is more than art—it's a movement. From paint-splattered canvases to great conversions, this is where young creators rise—telling untold stories, healing through color, and dreaming out loud. 🌈📝

Step into the space where creativity meets purpose.

Discipline isn’t about being harsh — it’s about showing up for your mind even when it’s hard. 🧠💪Your mental health deser...
06/10/2025

Discipline isn’t about being harsh — it’s about showing up for your mind even when it’s hard. 🧠💪

Your mental health deserves consistency, not perfection.
Small steps. Daily choices. Relentless self-respect. That’s power.

🎉Exciting News!🎉The Committee of Adjustment has approved the Minor Variance application from Madison Community Services ...
05/14/2025

🎉Exciting News!🎉

The Committee of Adjustment has approved the Minor Variance application from Madison Community Services to modify the existing two-and-a-half-storey detached dwelling by adding three additional storeys on Havelock Street. This expansion will increase the number of dwelling units from the current five to a total of fifteen units, ensuring the availability of high-quality affordable housing along with necessary support services.
We would like to express our gratitude to the Team, our Board of Directors, our architects , Councilor Bravo and her team, , our neighbors, and many others who have provided their support throughout this process.

Toronto, like many cities in our country, is currently facing a housing crisis. Those most affected are often low-income households and other vulnerable groups in our society, including our clients. Our mission is to support these individuals and address the existing service gaps. Housing is a significant service gap; without stable housing, our clients cannot make progress in their recovery journeys.

🧠✨ Taking time to reflect isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. In the quiet moments, we reconnect with ourselves, process ...
04/25/2025

🧠✨ Taking time to reflect isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. In the quiet moments, we reconnect with ourselves, process our emotions, and find clarity. Your mental health matters — give yourself the space to pause, breathe, and just be. Drop a comment with your passion, what motivates you and/or what you excel at💙

Today, we celebrate the unique strengths, talents, and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum. 💙✨ Let's cont...
04/02/2025

Today, we celebrate the unique strengths, talents, and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum. 💙

✨ Let's continue to foster acceptance, inclusion, and understanding—because a more compassionate world is a better world for everyone! 💙


03/20/2025

Joyeuse Journée de la langue française! 🇫🇷✨

Today, we celebrate the beauty, history, and global influence of the French language. From literature to diplomacy, French continues to inspire and connect people worldwide. 🌍💙

"

03/12/2025

✨ Celebrating the strength, resilience, and beauty of women through movement! 💃🏽🌸
On , Madison Community Services Women’s Dance Group came together to honor sisterhood, empowerment, and joy. 💜 Let's keep lifting each other up and dancing towards a brighter future!

03/12/2025

03/08/2025

Here's to strong women, their rights, their power, and their unstoppable impact. 💪✨ On this , we celebrate equity, empowerment, and the fight for a future where every woman thrives. 🌍💜

02/17/2025

✨ Happy Family Day! ✨

Today is a beautiful reminder to cherish the people who make our lives special. Whether it's the family you're born into or the one you choose, take a moment to celebrate love, connection, and togetherness. 💙🏡

How are you spending your Family Day? Share in the comments! 👇

Address

Toronto, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Madison Community Services posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Madison Community Services:

Shortcuts

Share

Category

Our Story

When Madison was founded over 40 years ago, there were few services to support the thousands of psychiatric patients discharged from hospital through the Ontario government’s “De-institutionalization” policy. Without the supports they needed to live independently, ex-patients found themselves in a cycle of poverty, illness, homelessness and re-hospitalization. To help break the cycle, a small group of social workers from the Queen Street Mental Health Centre started a home on Madison Avenue for adults discharged from psychiatric hospitals. By sharing responsibility for the household’s management, residents developed skills, confidence and connections with their peers. By 1981, Madison had incorporated and was seeking new approaches to support people with mental health and addictions challenges. In 1984, Madison opened one of Ontario’s first “high support” housing programs, with 24-hour staff to support ten adults. In 1985 it approached the Ministry of Health and City of Toronto to operate an “ultra-high” support program for ten adults unable to leave hospital because their mental health problems were too complex for traditional high-support programs. In 1986, it collaborated with Queen Street Mental Health Centre and the Supportive Housing Coalition to support another ten adults in their own apartments. Through other collaborations with St. Matthew’s United Church, Metro Toronto Housing Development Corporation, Community Housing & Support Services and CityHome, Madison created a full array of high-, medium- and low-support options in large and small houses, rooming houses and apartments. Our colleagues in the mental health and housing sector recognize Madison as a founding member of the Ontario Federation of Community Mental Health and Addiction Programs, the Supportive Housing Coalition (now Mainstay Housing), and among the founding members of the Dream Team, a group of consumer/survivors who use their stories to advocate for more supportive housing. Thirty years later, Madison continues to build on our tradition of innovation, collaboration and a commitment to our clients.