Shepherds of Good Hope

Hope Outreach

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Record #: OCR0589 Last Modified: 15 May 2013 Last Full Update: 19 Apr 2012
Address, Telephone, E-mail, Website
Address256 King Edward Ave, Bsmt
Ottawa, ON K1N 7M1
 
Google Map
IntersectionMurray St
Located In CommunityOttawa
Bus Route NotesOC Transpo OC Travel Planner or OC Bus Schedules
ParkingFree parking
AccessibilityPartially Accessible
Office Phone613-789-4179 * 24-hour service
Fax613-789-0888
E-mailshepherdsofgoodhope@rogers.com
Websitewww.shepherdsofgoodhope.com
Description and Services
HoursMon-Sun 24 hours
DatesYear-round
DescriptionAn 80 bed shelter providing services to women and trans gendered individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Provides residents with a safe place and coordinated care by psychiatric nurses, outreach workers and medical outreach teams. 
 
On site-services include: addiction assessments/support * case management/housing support * community referral and medical support as required. 
 
Intake is on a 24-hour basis offering: shared accommodation * 3 meals a day are provided * showers * laundry * hygiene supplies * safer injection equipment * clothing program. 
 
Also provides service for women that are under the influence of a substance, offering short term service as well as overflow services as required.
EligibilityAges: 18 year(s) and up 
 
Individuals 18 years of age and older who are homeless
ApplicationCall for more information or drop-in.
FeesNone
Languages of ServiceEnglish ; French - partially
Areas ServedOttawa (City of)
Contact Information
Primary ContactJoanne Hansen, Senior Manager; Phone: 613-688-2929 ext 337
Primary ExecutivePaul Soucie, Co-Executive Director; Phone: 613-789-8210 ext 235
Subjects
SubjectsCharitable status ; Homeless people ; Men ; Mental disorders ; Nonprofit organizations ; Shelters ; Women
Service Categories - Blue BookFinancial Aid
Broader TermsDisorders ; Health ; Housing ; Housing facilities ; Mental health ; Organizations ; Supportive settings