More and more women are turning to The Mustard Seed in urgent need of help.
Almost 40%
of The Mustard Seed's clients are now women
Up to 50%
increase in women seeking emergency shelter*
Women experiencing homelessness face disproportionate challenges and very real dangers. 91% have been assaulted.
But homelessness among women is often unseen and underreported, leading to a critical lack of services and supports. The tragic result? Too many women are slipping through the cracks, trapped in a vicious cycle of homelessness, poverty, abuse, and trauma.
A safe haven:
Meeting women's immediate needs through emergency shelter, nutritious meals, clothing, hygiene products, and more.
Health and wellness care:
Personalized medical, mental health, and wellness services to help women heal, recover from trauma, and build resilience.
Advocacy and guidance:
Connecting women with the resources they need to gain independence and move forward, from housing support to employment guidance.
A home of their own:
Housing is key to women’s success. The Mustard Seed is working hard to provide more supportive, affordable, women-centred housing.