We are engaged in finding a solution to homelessness in the community of St.Albert.
St. Albert, Alberta
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Families with children are the fastest growing homeless demographic. That number is only expected to grow, as over 10% of Canadian families currently live below the low income cut-off—unable to meet even the most basic needs.
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“We’d never had to use a food bank before,” says Amanda. “The Salvation Army was our biggest supporter. People there not only boosted our spirits but became family to us. It was amazing.”
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How do you take care of your mental health?
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There are many ways we can be of service in the world. Even small acts of compassion can go a long ways.
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New research suggests kindness won't just make you happier and healthier now, but may actually prolong your life.
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The stress of experiencing homelessness may exacerbate previous mental illness and encourage anxiety, fear, depression, sleeplessness and substance use.
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“I was homeless and, when I came to The Salvation Army for help, my mental health was at ground zero,” says Chris. “With their support I learned how to cope with life’s challenges and am in a better place.”
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To get a sense of some of the reasons people fall into homelessness, we asked people who have experienced it.
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People experiencing homelessness in Canada are diverse. However, some groups are more at risk of becoming homeless, including single adult men, people with mental health issues or addictions, women with children fleeing violence, and Indigenous people.
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Are you someone who would be interested in a shared living arrangement? Come find out more about Home Sharing on February 3, 2020 from 1pm-2:30pm at the St. Albert Public Library.
“Having a roof over my head and food in my stomach allowed me to breathe again—and start planning my future.”
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