HOMELESS
According to the Canadian Definition of Homelessness, homelessness is “the situation of an individual, family, or community without stable, safe, permanent, appropriate housing, or the immediate prospect means and ability of acquiring it.
JOB LOSS
MENTAL ILLNESS
HEALTH ISSUES
WHY HOMELESSNESS?
There are various myths and misconceptions around the issue of homelessness. Some believe that it is a choice; there is the idea that people experiencing homelessness can simply pick themselves up “by the bootstraps” if they wanted to, and that they are unhoused simply because they are lazy.
However, homelessness is not a choice and there are many reasons why people experience homelessness, including the lack of structural supports for those experiencing poverty, job loss, and inadequate discharge planning for those leaving hospitals, correctional facilities and mental health facilities.
#MYSTORYOURJOURNEY
WE ALL
HAVE A
STORY
After overcoming a challenging task or issue in life, we tend to return to normalcy without acknowledging or reflecting on the “Survivor” aspect of one’s victory or accomplishments.
CHANGE SOMEONES LIFE TODAY…
Make a difference in someones life by sharing your story. Remember your experience and how you overcame can be what is needed in someones life!