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402 Erb West – Capital Campaign

Housing for People at Risk of Becoming Homeless

Housing is a Fundamental Right

At Supportive Housing of Waterloo (SHOW) our values of inclusivity, collaboration, respect and trust underpin not only who we are but how we achieve our mission.

We believe that housing is a fundamental right that all are entitled to.

But Supportive Housing of Waterloo is about more than just housing. At SHOW we provide the programs, services and supports to help individuals with homelessness, addiction, mental health and hoarding issues transform their lives.

Housing

Dedicated to the provision of affordable housing working in the creation of new housing initiatives to serve the neediest in our community.

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hoarding

Anyone in Waterloo Region who has a hoarding concern can access services from the Hoarding Project. Our services are free to anyone with a hoarding concern.

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programs

Many SHOW support services at 362 Erb Street West are available at no direct cost to you. The support services are provided to you along with your housing.

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Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission

To collaboratively provide housing and a continuum of supports to those who have experienced homelessness and encountered barriers to achieve their fundamental right to safe and affordable housing.

Our Vision

To create a community where affordable housing and supports are available to all.

Our Beliefs

Housing is a fundamental right.
The principles of ‘housing first’ guides our mission.
The principles of harm reduction guide our practice.

Our Values

Inclusive: welcoming and open to all.
Collaboration: working in partnership with community to provide supports and services.
Respect: treating all people with dignity.
Trust: providing an environment of safety, confidentiality and security.

Read Our Blog

May 4, 2017Senior Affordable Housing Project Looking for Community Support
This article by Bob Vrbanac originally appeared in the Waterloo Chronicle on May 2, 2017 SHOWing the way for seniors Spending your senior years on the streets might seem like a stretch for most [...]
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April 27, 2017Support Housing for Our Neighbours in Need!
This article by Barb Wahl originally appeared in the Waterloo Chronicle on April 27, 2017 Research demonstrates adequate housing is the essential cornerstone of mental and physical health. [...]
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April 20, 2017SHOW Executive Director Receives Paul Harris Fellowship
On April 12th our Executive Director, Gael Gilbert, was presented with the Paul Harris Fellowship. This honour was bestowed upon Gael by the Rotary Club of Waterloo at the Waterloo Mayor’s [...]
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Kathy Dehaan Program Sponsor
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Marsha Wilson Community Partner
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Cecil Rivers Resident