“R”ecovery is a lifelong process. It’s about becoming a thriving citizen – having purpose and meaning in your life and the recovery capital that will help you succeed. It’s about living a life free from the challenges of addictions with improved physical and mental health, healthy relationships and a safe place to call home,” explains Brenda Plant, Executive Director, Turning … Read More
Adapting To Promote Connection
‘The opposite of addiction is connection’ is a phrase commonly used in the recovery sector. The Therapeutic Community (TC) model teaches people to work with, and socially learn from one another, contributing to self-awareness and the development of meaningful connections. While TC’s have been around for decades, providing a safe space for people with mental health and substance use issues, … Read More
Meet the Authors
“We’re not looking after people, and thereby disempowering them or potentially promoting unhealthy dependencies. Rather, we’re helping empower people to find the things that will be good for them,” says Steve.
People are Stronger Together
“People are the masters of their own destiny and health, but at times, they need support and help,” says Nancy Keough, Executive Director of The Kettle Society. Streetohome and The Kettle have partnered to introduce a flagship Recovery Café in Vancouver – the 23rd in North America and first in Canada. The Recovery Café uses the Therapeutic Community (TC) principles … Read More
A Message From Our CEO
Streetohome’s strength is bringing together leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors through book clubs, study trips and business cases to be inspired by best-practice models around the world with the hope of co-creating evidence-based solutions that address root causes of homelessness here in our own city.
The Living Learning Experience (LLE) demonstrates the TC model
LLE courses have been running for 25 years and are suitable for anybody interested in understanding what a ‘Therapeutic Community’ (TC) is, how it works, and what it feels like to be a part of one. They’re designed as an authentic, three-day TC experience taking place entirely in groups with a structured program of activities.
Happy International Women’s Day!
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we are celebrating those who inspire, lead and support to make a positive impact in Vancouver and the rest of the world. Today, we would like to honour the amazing women leaders on our Board, including Lara Dauphinee, Joanne Gassman and Sherri Magee!
Let’s Talk January 28th
With so much change in the world, it is increasingly important to take care of our mental health. Whether you’re staying virtually connected with family and friends, working on the frontlines with vulnerable individuals, or just taking care of your own mental health, every action you take plays a part in creating a positive change in our communities, workplaces and homes.
Donate your pre-loved device to the YWCA
The YWCA is looking for old phones, laptops or tablets to upcycle and give back to community members who are in need, including single mothers, seniors and youth at risk.
Donate a blanket to the Downtown Community Court
2020 is expected to be significantly colder this winter, and the pandemic has affected many organizations working with people with lived experience of homelessness. The Downtown Community Court in Vancouver is currently looking for winter donations of blankets and other warm items including:
