EMPOWERING HOMELESS OLDER WOMEN TRANSITION TO INDEPENDENT LIVING
Karen’s Place London offers safe and supportive, shared transitional housing for women in London, Ontario who are 50 plus, homeless, precariously housed, or have no fixed address.
Helping Homeless Women Transition to Stability
Every night, older women across London struggle with homelessness. The lack of resources tailored to seniors and shelters that are often at full capacity forces them into emergency overnight shelters or leaves them with no place to turn. Women face unique challenges when they enter homelessness. These challenges underscore the importance of targeted interventions and support systems tailored to address the specific needs of women experiencing homelessness.
At Karen’s Place London, these women are not just numbers; they are mothers, sisters, grandmothers, and integral members of our community. We recognize their inherent worth and believe they deserve dignity, respect, and an opportunity to rebuild their lives. Understanding that a home transcends mere shelter, our transitional housing for women serves as the initial stride towards accessing the vital support and services necessary for these women to embark on their journey of transition.
Our Approach
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Safe and Secure Environment
Cultivate a nurturing and secure environment where women can acquire skills, fostering a gradual transition to independent living.
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Weekly Professional Support
Compassionate on-site social services team contracted through the CMHA, offering unwavering support to residents throughout their stay with us.
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Comfortable Living
Address the fundamental needs of our clients, emphasizing secure housing, personal privacy, and nourishing meals.
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Mental and Physical Health Focused
Prioritize the mental and physical health, nutrition, and wellness of our clients with internal programming and support from the CMHA.
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Navigate Community Support Systems
Provide personalized guidance to connect them with community support systems.
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Gain Independence and Stability
Empower each client with the opportunity to rediscover or develop essential life skills, helping them on their journey to independent living.
Our Mission
Our mission at Karen’s Place London is to offer transitional shared living quarters for women who are 50 years of age and older, who are homeless, precariously housed, or have no fixed address.
We are committed to promoting and maintaining the client’s transition to living more independently in the community. We believe a supportive environment in our home will give each woman the opportunity to realize their own transitional journey. We value the uniqueness of each resident and adhere to the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
About Karen’s Place London
Karen’s Place London stands as a tribute to the enduring memory of Karen Crich, celebrating her remarkable generosity towards women in need and her unwavering commitment to empowering women in our community. In collaboration with members of Karen’s family and close friends, this initiative was born to create a fitting tribute and address the pressing needs faced by women.
We are dedicated to making a sustainable commitment to providing transitional living services to women in this demographic, ensuring lasting support and empowerment in Karen's honour.
