Union Gospel Mission (UGM)
Emergency Shelter for Men
Provides a clean, safe, sober environment for up to 92 self-identified men from 9 pm to 6:50 am daily. Consists of five separate rooms with bunk beds. Tickets to reserve spot on the waitlist are handed out at 5 pm at reception. Intake occurs on a first-come, first-served basis, and begins at 9 pm at...
View serviceGateway Men's Pre-Recovery Program
A temporary stabilization program available to men (cisgender and transgender) seeking recovery, addictions treatment, or second stage support. The program is designed to support people accessing addictions recovery programs; participants must have a confirmed transition plan and the maximum estimat...
View serviceGateway Men's Recovery Program
Six-month residential alcohol and drug recovery program for 64 men (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and over who want freedom from addiction. Offers individual and group counselling, addiction education, life skills development, anger management training, stress management, educational upgrading,...
View serviceGifts of Hope Program
Provides a Christmas hamper to low-income families to alleviate some of the stresses of the holidays and allow families to experience the joys of the Christmas season. When parents sign up to receive Christmas support, they have the opportunity to attend financial and wellness workshops, find volunt...
View serviceLydia Home
90-day residential alcohol and drug recovery program located in Mission for women age 19 and over, with the option of a longer stay if beneficial. Includes individual and group counselling, addiction education, life and parenting skills development, and anger and stress management. Emphasizes relaps...
View serviceMobile Mission
Outreach workers in a rescue vehicle seek out people sleeping on the streets to offer food, warm clothing, blankets, and information on UGM's programs, including shelter, drop-in and meal services, and alcohol and drug recovery. May offer transportation to people sleeping on the street who are willi...
View serviceMobile Mission - Fraser Valley
Outreach workers in a rescue vehicle seek out people sleeping on the streets to offer food, warm clothing, blankets, and information on UGM's programs and other local services, including shelter, drop-in and meal services, and alcohol and drug recovery. May offer transportation to people sleeping on...
View serviceNew Westminster Resource Centre
Offers free meals for people in need as well as information and referrals, lay counselling, bible studies, computer classes, and access to hygiene products and clothing. A Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction worker and a poverty law advocate from Elizabeth Fry Society are available ...
View serviceThe Sanctuary Women's Stabilization and Recovery
The Stabilization Program provides trauma-informed counselling and wraparound support for women who require an outreach worker's assistance to begin their recovery journey. The Supportive Recovery Program is a six- to 12- month residence for 15 adult women (cisgender and transgender) with or without...
View serviceThe Sanctuary Women's Transitional Housing Program
Offers affordable and supportive transitional housing for individual women (cisgender and transgender) or women-led families in early recovery stages who are experiencing precarious housing, homelessness, and other barriers. Housing is in furnished studio and one- to three- bedroom apartments. Women...
View serviceThrift Stores
Thrift stores sell donated goods, including clothing, shoes and accessories, jewelry, linens (bedding, towels, curtains), CDs, DVDs, records, furniture, and small household items. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. For donations outside of regular business hours, drop off items at UGM's mai...
View serviceUnion Gospel Mission Free Dental Clinic
Provides free dental hygiene care to individuals associated with the Union Gospel Mission such as residents of their facilities or participants of their programs. Services include assessments, treatment plans, cleanings, temporary replacement cavity fillings, and personal oral self-care education. H...
View serviceVancouver Cornerstone Drop-In Centre
Offers information and referral to community resources, and general support services. Lunch is offered at 11 am daily, and dinner at 6 pm Monday to Friday and at 4 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Meal tickets are available 30 minutes before meal time. Drop-in hours are 7:30 to 9 am, 10:30 am to 12 noon, a...
View serviceWomen and Families Centre
Offers two programming streams: one for children and one for women with or without children. Supportive counselling, prayers, and practical assistance are available from 9 am until 5 pm Monday to Friday. Appointments for one-on-one care are encouraged. Children's programming includes a homework club...
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