Matthew House Ottawa/la maison Matthew d'Ottawa

1.refuge service: at matthew house ottawa we provide a supportive family -like environment that offers much more then just shelter. Each refugee claimant in our program receives comprehensive wrap-around support that includes a bed food cultural orientation and practical skills development aimed at fostering independence and self-sustainability. In 2024 alone we empowered 414 refugee claimants to began their new lives in canada with dignity and hope. 2.furniture bank; we help houses feel like homes .our furniture bank program supports newcomers refugee and low- income families by providing essential gently-used furniture. This imitative provides comfort and a sense of stability helping individuals and families build welcoming environments where they can thrive. In 2024 we furnished 1 818 homes – a significant impact on the wellbeing of our community. At matthew house ottawa every contribution supports our mission to provide essential services and foster community integration for refugee and vulnerable populations.