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Shepherds of Good Hope: Creating Community for All in Lowertown
When we treat people who are experiencing homelessness with empathy and compassion, we see the individual. Their beautiful, tragic and inspiring stories are part of the diverse history of the Lowertown community.
Joint Statement on Shelter COVID Outbreaks
Joint statement between Shepherds of Good Hope, The Salvation Army, Cornerstone Housing for Women, and The Ottawa Mission on the current COVID-19 outbreaks in our shelters.
Shepherds of Good Hope on an Hour to Give
Shepherds of Good Hope was on an Hour to Give with Sam Laprade. Click here to hear some inspiring stories.
SEAN'S STORY
"At my lowest I would wake up and wish I hadn't. Now I can't wait to get up each morning."
Sean's story is one of resilience and hope. Read how he found himself at Shepherds of Good Hope after a lifetime of abuse and trauma, and how, thanks to the programs and support he received, he found hope. Today Sean is a passionate advocate for people who use drugs and for harm reduction.
SEAN'S STORY
Sean's story is one of resilience and hope. Read how he found himself at Shepherds of Good Hope and how his experiences led him to a lifetime of being an advocate for people who use drugs.
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CORINNE'S STORY
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We are always developing pragmatic and innovative programs and services to help our clients.
JESSE’S STORY
INVEST IN HOPE
Every day, through our programs and services, we provide permanent homes, help stabilize people and prepare them for employment, and support members of our community who are in need.
But all of this is only possible with your help.
Make a difference in the lives of Ottawa’s homeless and most vulnerable citizens — and in our community as a whole.
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