Lorem ipsum dolor sit

The Impact at Place of Refuge

Since 2009, Place of Refuge has provided safe, supportive, and affordable long-term housing for men in British Columbia. We believe that true healing and lasting change happen in a community, and our program, which can be up to three years, is designed to give residents the time and support they need to rebuild their lives. Through a holistic and collaborative approach that includes financial literacy, life skills training, and ongoing therapeutic support, we've helped over 300 men reestablish their confidence and prepare for a brighter future. Our commitment to creating a healthy and supportive environment has been a cornerstone of our success, helping our residents not only embrace their hopes and dreams but also put them into action.

Contact now See more

Key Facts and Figures

Place of Refuge has provided long-term housing for over 300 men since its doors opened in August 2009.

Our two programs offer some of the lowest cost transitional housing in British Columbia.

This year we have implemented a senior peer support model where graduated residents return to Place of Refuge as live-in resident support peers

Spiritual care is provided through our partner churches in various programs, including Bible studies, service opportunities, and pastoral connections.

Long-Term Housing Model

We provide a long-term housing model that can be up to three years and provides our residents with enough time to successfully rebuild their lives and have demonstrated results in the following key areas:

Financial Literacy
Financial literacy and assisting our residents with re-establishing their credit.
Therapeutic Support
Therapeutic support, including ongoing in-house groups meetings, one-on-one support, and peer connections, fosters a positive, healthy community.
Healthy Diet
Place of Refuge provides one of the healthiest food menus in Metro Vancouver. Our menu planning has been approved by a Vancouver Coastal Health Registered Dietician.
Education and Employment Coaching
Education and employment coaching and supports.
Social Spaces
Demonstrated results which inform healing takes place in social spaces.
Room & Board Model
Place of Refuge provides a room & board model that does not put financial strain on residents as they rebuild their confidence and prepare re-entering the education system or workforce.
Community Based Model
Community-based model of positive peer support.
Our Residents regularly attend community support groups, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Smart Recovery, Churches, and Vancouver Coastal Health Services.
Life Skills Support
Life skills support such as having residents involved in menu planning and weekly grocery shopping.
Fostering Healthy Relationships
Our residents report that living at Place of Refuge is like having a family, and together they co-create a cooperative living environment, demonstrating positive results of healthy community-based living.
Qualified Staff
Senior staff hold a master’s degree and are internationally certified substance-use counsellors.

Together, We Can Make a Difference in Vancouver

Our therapeutic approach to support services provides a pathway to healing, stability, and lasting change.
Your gift, no matter the size, contributes to our mission of helping men rebuild their lives.

Donate Now