It’s more than a house – it’s stability, stafety, and hope for the future.
Years ago, clients in need were able to get into our housing within weeks or months. We now have more clients on our waitlist than in our housing, with some individuals waiting eight to ten years for a safe and affordable place to call home.
You can be part of the solution. Your gift will help us build more homes in our community – getting more neighbours home for the holidays.
“Without having to worry about the high costs of renting, I have been able to go back to school, work on my credit, spend more time with my grandchildren… the solid foundation I’ve been given has helped me reshape my vision for the future. Thank you again for restoring my dignity and hope.”
Lydia, Thresholds Homes and Supports Client
“It made me feel safe, secure – the knowledge I have four walls and a roof over my head.”
Thresholds Homes and Supports Client
“Having a place to live that isn’t toxic or constraining. It’s a miracle. I would probably be on the street without it.”
Thresholds Homes and Supports Client
In addition to best supporting client wellness, supportive, affordable housing remains the most cost effective way of addressing the homelessness crisis.
In Guelph-Wellington and Waterloo Region, mental health issues are among the top reasons individuals become homeless, and in the top barriers for finding permanent, affordable housing.
Monthly housing costs per person, across systems
Hospital Bed: $60,000
Justice System Bed: $15,000
Shelter Bed: $6,000
Affordable THS housing: $2,250
Hospital Bed
Justice System Bed
Shelter Bed
THS Affordable Housing