We like to joke that Dawn House Emergency Shelter is now homeless and we will be couch surfing at Queen's University until August 20, 2024!
In all seriousness, our West Wing at our 805 Ridley Drive location is about to get a facelift starting next week and we are in the process this week of moving women to our temporary location at Queen's University. For the next four months, we will be renting rooms in Leggett Hall. The move will not be without its challenges, but we are ready to take them on in order to continue to provide emergency shelter through this transition period.
Challenge - How will women and agencies contact us when they are looking for a bed?
The Shelter will be occupying a wing in Leggett Hall, a secure building, and it is not conducive to women who are homeless just dropping by to see if there is a bed available. Women and agencies will need to call to reserve a bed.
While at this location, we will be reliant on mobile phones. If you encounter a technical issue getting in touch by phone, please email: info@dawnhouse.ca
Phone number onsite:
613-929-3440
Challenge - How Will Donors Drop off Needed Items?
While we are in our temporary location, donations of clothing and household items will be managed at our Milford Drive and Ridley East (Christine's Hope) locations. If you have items to donate, please check our website for an updated list of what items we are looking for.
We would like to thank Queen's University Event Services for so kindly offering us an amazing temporary home while we wait for our 'forever home.'
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