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Organization Information: Overview
Bethlehem Projects of Niagara is a multi-service organization serving the diversified needs of Niagara residents by offering support for individual growth through housing and other focused services. We help people facing the issues of poverty, abuse and family breakdown to rebuild their lives through in-house and community supports. Bethlehem Projects is the only organization in the Niagara Region that offers supportive transitional and permanent housing for women, men and families. In addition to our housing programs, each year hundreds of people benefit from our community-based programs.
MISSION
To provide secure, affordable housing and support services to people in the Niagara Region who are disadvantaged and of low income, enabling people, in co-operation with other community supports, to overcome obstacles and improve the quality of their lives.
VISION
Helping people to develop the skills and stability to increase self-sufficiency and make a better life for themselves and their children. |
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PROGRAMS
Bethlehem Place - More info...
Women, men and children may stay at this transitional, supportive apartment building for one year.
Community Support Housing - More info...
Former residents or people in the community who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless find safe, supportive housing at Bethlehem Projects' two Community Support Homes.
Genesis Court - More info...
A 40-unit affordable, permanent, supportive apartment building for people of low to moderate income, including those with specific needs such as people with disabilities, victims of violence and the homeless.
Support Services - More info...
Residents improve their quality of life through individual counselling, support groups and lifeskills seminars.
Early Learning Centres - More info...
The Bethlehem and Brighter Day Early Learning Centres welcome parents and caregivers with children from birth to age six to participate in a variety of interactive, educational and fun-filled activities.
Skills of Success (SOS) for Women
Provides important lifeskills training that capitalizes on women's strengths resulting in individualized goal planning for increased personal and economic independence.
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Community Transitional Support
Offers flexible support services to women, who have experienced domestic violence. A Transitional Support Worker helps women residing in emergency shelters, transitional housing, social housing or other accommodations to identify and access the supports they need to establish violence free lives in their community.
Volunteer Involvement
Volunteers are integral to our success in helping people overcome the obstacles they face. There are many volunteer opportunities available, including special events, committee work, maintenance, group child care and parent relief.
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Approximately 150 volunteers annually provide 5000 hours of service in a variety of roles including committee work, direct client service and assistance with daily operations such as office and maintenance work. Volunteers are the foundation of our success. Without the loyal support of the many dedicated volunteers who help us each year our services would not be possible. If you wish to volunteer, please call or email us. |
2007 - 2008 Annual Report PDF
Download 2007-2008 Annual Report in PDF Format  |
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