New Opportunities for Women (NOW) Canada
Alexandra Gardner Women & Children Safe Centre
Record #:
KNA0213
Last Modified:
21 Oct 2020
Last Full Update:
21 Oct 2020
Contact Information
| Mailing Address | c/o NOW Canada 2970 Tutt St Kelowna, BC V1Y 2H5 |
| Office Phone | 250.763.2262 |
| Fax | 250.763.2215 |
| safecentre@nowcanada.ca | |
| Website | www.nowcanada.ca |
| CanadaHelps Donation Page | www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/new-opportunities-for-women-now-canada-society/ |
| Primary Contact | Liz Talbott, Executive Director; Phone: 250.763.3876 |
| Alternate Contact | Jenn Straume, Director of Shelter Services; Phone: 250.763.2262 |
Description & Services
| Service Details | - Provides 24/7 low-barrier emergency shelter for homeless women, youth and children - Offers free services including: a 30 day stay for those who are homeless, a warm, clean and safe non-judgmental environment, three nutritious meals a day, 24 hour on-site support, individualized case planning (e.g. assistance in finding housing, employment, accessing medical treatment, referrals to alcohol/drug treatment programs), laundry facilities, referrals to NOW Canada programs and other community services Harm reduction supplies provided. Naloxone distributed. -- During the coldest months of the year, also provides mats which offers additional shelter in the winter |
| Hours | 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Shelter Hours) |
| How to Apply | It is best to phone to see if a bed is available. |
| Cost | None |
Location
| Address & Map | |
| Located In Community | Kelowna |
| Major Intersection | Richter St and Wardlaw Ave |
Other Details
| Languages | English |
| Established | 2002 |