Our all-women staff provides a stable foundation for women and women-led families with 24/7 services that are inclusive, accessible, respectful and promote self-confidence and independence.

Opened in 1977 and reopened after renovations in March 2015, Powell Place was the first women-only shelter in Vancouvers Downtown Eastside. We serve women living with the intersecting challenges of violence, abuse, poverty, mental illness and addiction. Our innovative, strengths-based approach encourages women to make their own choices and supports them as they reach toward their goals.

Services and Features:

• 52 women-only beds; must be 19 years and older and self-identify as a woman
• Self referral – beds are available on a first come, first served basis
• No fee for services
• 24/7 on-site staff support
• There is no curfew
• Home-like environment with basic amenities, meals, laundry and personal care items
• “In-reach” workers provide one-on-one support, including assistance securing permanent housing
• Client-directed individualized support and goal-setting
• Referrals and advocacy
• Crisis intervention
• Provision of harm reduction supplies (condoms, new needle distribution, information)
• Accompaniments to appointments and community resources