In 2009, YWCA Regina launched My Aunt’s Place for emergency housing for single women and families. With guidance from the Housing First model of service, My Aunt’s Place focuses on developing relationships with landlords and seeking safe, affordable housing for the women and families who turn to us, while providing emergency housing services and supporting clients by meeting them where they are when they come for help, and providing support to assist them in getting to where they want to be.
Once a resident or family transitions out of My Aunt’s Place to a more permanent housing situation, an outreach staff member stays connected with them to ensure the necessary supports are in place to maintain stable housing. The facility accommodates 32 individuals nightly and operates at close to 100% capacity every night.
YWCA Regina is committed to a community where all women and families have their basic needs met. My Aunt’s Place is a temporary YWCA shelter for those confronted with the crisis of homelessness. With 24-hour staffing, the program is prepared to support women and families in moving towards stability.
If you are in need of emergency housing, please call My Aunt’s Place to inquire. If no beds are available, a shelter counsellor will work with you to find referrals and other supports that are available.
YOU can support My Aunt’s Place and help us serve homeless women and families by making a donation. CLICK HERE to donate to My Aunt’s Place.
