601 Outreach Centre

The 601 Outreach Centre is the heart of AIDS Saskatoon.

Begun in 2001 as just a corner in the reception area, the 601 has grown into a lively, welcoming drop-in centre that's the first point of contact for People Who Access our Services (PWAS, in AIDS Saskatoon-speak). Everyone is welcome at the 601 -- with no questions asked.

The 601 aims to meet people's basic needs with services like nutrition programming, laundry, internet, personal care items and phone. Through the 601, PWAS can access the services of our Support Services Coordinator, as well as referrals to other friendly professionals. Our needle exchange program began in March 2009 as a partnership with the Saskatoon Health Region.

The 601 is a busy place! Stop by the 601 on any given day and you're likely to see everyone working together: filling the coffee pot, folding clothes, reading the newspaper, doing laundry, mowing the lawn, making crafts, playing bingo, and laughing a lot. The coffee's always on!

"It's my home away from home. When I come here, it's my time. I like to use the computer and I like when they have activities. The staff is awesome." -Louisa, age 37.

Schedule

Breakfast (fruit and toast or cereal)

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:30am-12:30pm

Soul Food Lunch

2nd & 4th Thursdays at noon

Needle Exchange

Monday - Friday, 1-3pm