Imagine Change: Transformation is possible

Marillac Place fosters hope, encourages women to cultivate healthy relationships, and empowers them to rewrite their stories.

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Help us to continue providing vital support and resources to mothers and children in need.

Helping mother-led families rebuild

At Marillac Place, we believe in the power of community and compassion. For over 30 years, we've been providing a safe haven for pregnant and parenting women in need. Our holistic approach encompasses shelter, education, counselling, and life skills development to help women break the cycle of poverty and dare to dream that transformation is possible.

Marillac Place Impact in 2023

of the women we serve have reported having experienced some form of abuse
0 %
of clients reported experiencing homelessness as a child
0 %
meals were served to women in residence
0
of the women we help indicate struggling with mental health at intake
0 %

Our Impact

We are dedicated to empowering women to make positive choices for themselves and their children. Through our comprehensive programs and unwavering support, we strive to build a community where every woman feels valued, respected, and capable of achieving her dreams. Our clients have a voice in everything we do and we work together to help them achieve their goals.

Our Approach

At Marillac Place, our team is wholeheartedly committed to providing consistent support to the families we serve, helping them navigate their journey towards increased confidence and self-sufficiency. We provide crucial support to clients grappling with complex issues and strive to deliver person-centered, trauma-informed and evidence-based care. We guide our clients towards developing healthy relationships and encourage engagement in vital programs such as life skills, continued education, and mental health counselling. This commitment persists through our highly successful AfterCare program, which aims to support a smooth transition from residency at Marillac Place to independent living.

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Join us in our mission to create lasting change. Whether you volunteer your time, donate resources, or spread the word about our cause, your support makes a difference. Together, we can transform lives and build a brighter future for generations to come.

About Marillac Place

Marillac Place supports new mothers and mothers-to-be who are experiencing homelessness in the Waterloo Region by providing a safe living environment, teaching parenting and life skills, and developing supportive relationships. Our Vision is to ensure every mother and child experiencing homelessness in the Waterloo Region can recover and rebuild to achieve a successful future.

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