Today, we celebrate you! Your support over the past three years of our Close to Home story has been incredible. You’ve been with us every step of the way, through all of the challenges, setbacks, and updated vision. Because of you, men, women and families will have the addiction treatment services they need in their […]
Soon after House of Friendship’s Men’s Shelter moved to a local hotel, Shelter Supervisor Sheridan Parker noticed something amazing. “I could see the guys who had been staying here at the hotel, and how well rested and healthy they looked, compared to new men arriving a few weeks later. It was incredible.” The COVID-19 pandemic […]
It still doesn’t seem real to Chris. He has a home of his own, for the first time in years – thanks to you! Chris, an amputee who has served in the military, has spent the last two-and-a-half years looking for an accessible apartment that he could afford. While he was waiting, Chris stayed at […]
It was a chance encounter, a moment that changed everything. A woman in despair found the support she so desperately needed at our Emergency Food Hampers program. It was a normal day for House of Friendship staff Wanda Zimmerman, who had just finished helping a family. She had given one of the children a little […]
Earlier this year, Damien and Eileen McKenna did something that many families take for granted – they planned a summer vacation. “When Damien was drinking, we couldn’t do this,” said Eileen. “It’s March – anything could happen between now and August. We could never plan that far ahead.” Just over 10 years ago, Damien found […]
Isn’t that what we all want right now? A chance to connect in person? Join John Neufeld as he provides an update to all of the amazing ways your support has made a difference during COVID-19. THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts for caring for and loving those in our community who […]
For families who have suffered a loss of income during COVID-19, it can be frightening. Not knowing where to turn is often the biggest hurdle. The second? Actually getting up the courage to ask for help. Mehdiya Walji, a Family Outreach Worker with House of Friendship, wants to put your mind at ease. “I’ve had […]
Thank you! Because of your ongoing support, we’ve been able to continue to provide food to families facing additional challenges because of Covid-19. Alissa and Aline share with you the adjustments that have been made to keep everyone safe, as well as just how thankful everyone is for this ongoing support.
It’s been a difficult few months for everyone, and we want to make sure you can get the help you need – we are committed to supporting you. To ensure that those who are struggling with addiction or have challenges with their substance use get the help they need, our Addiction Treatment services have moved […]
It has been a year since a fire caused significant damage to our new Addiction Treatment Centre in Cambridge. Today, We are thrilled to be able to show you some of the progress that has been made on our new Addiction Treatment Centre in Cambridge. Your support has seen us through three stages of this […]
