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Agency Facility Space
Programs which make space available to agencies that need a location from which to offer services to the community.
Banquet Facilities
Organizations that provide facilities which may include a dining hall, a dance floor, equipment and outlets for music and catering services that are available on a reservation basis for parties or receptions.
Community Hubs
Neighbourhood facilities that are designed to be welcoming and inclusive gathering places as well as centralized access points for a wide range of health, social, cultural and recreational organizations and programs, particularly in high needs or isolated communities. Each is unique according to the priorities of its community, which is often involved in their design and development. Hub partners may include larger service organizations like the Red Cross that have satellite programs at the site as well as local agencies and community economic development projects, all of whom benefit from shared resources and administrative costs.
Conference/Convention Facilities
Organizations that provide space which can be reserved for large trade shows, conferences or conventions that may include banquet facilities, exhibit space and an adequate number of meeting rooms in which groups of different sizes can meet simultaneously. Some properties may have associated guest rooms for attendees.
Drop In Centres for People at Risk
Programs that provide an alternative, non-residential environment that people with any of a variety of issues can visit on an informal basis to find mutual support and access to social and recreational activities. People can drop by whenever they like without the need to make an appointment and have the option of participating in whatever activities are currently underway.
Meeting Space
Programs that make conference rooms or other space available to individuals or groups who want to hold meetings or sponsor other public or private gatherings.
Multipurpose Centres
Programs that provide facilities where a wide variety of services are made available to the community.
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Retreat Centres
Organizations that provide access to facilities in secluded, peaceful surroundings for individuals and organizations that want to sponsor weekday or weekend retreats. Meeting space, sleeping facilities and meals are usually provided. Recreational facilities may also be available.
The above terms and definitions are part of the Taxonomy of Human Services, used here by permission of INFO LINE of Los Angeles.
