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Right now, your gift will be matched by 50%,
creating a tremendous difference in the lives of women and children
in our communities. Give to change lives today!
Adeara's program is designed for women and their children whose
lives have been disrupted by addiction, leading them to hit rock
bottom. For many, addiction has resulted in significant losses,
including homes, safety, and even custody of their children.
All odds are stacked against these women finding freedom.
This is why Adeara exists—to empower and equip the most
vulnerable women to live in sustainable recovery. Our team of caring
staff guides each woman through each stage of their recovery
journey—from addiction to sobriety and ultimately reintegrating into
the community.
This kind of life-saving, long-term care is only made possible
by the generous, continued support of Adeara’s donors. Individuals
just like you—unshakeable in their desire to make a difference—giving
what they can to bring healing and hope to women in need. This
Mother's Day, in honour of the mothers who made the brave decision to
go to Adeara and step out of the rhythms of drug abuse, crime, and
trauma, would you consider giving to Adeara?
With your gift of $50, $100 or even $250 today, you are
showing the mothers at Adeara that they are not alone and
encouraging them in their recovery journey.
Right now, when you give, your donation will be matched by 50%
—increasing your impact!
Restricted Gift Policy: Spending of funds is confined to programs
and projects approved by the Adeara Recovery Centre Board. Each
contribution directed toward an approved program or project will be
used as restricted with the understanding that when the need for
such a program or project has been met, or cannot be completed for
any reason as determined by the Adeara Recovery Centre Board, the
remaining restricted contributions will be used where most needed.
Highlights
See all activity26Jenna's Story
At the age of 23, Jenna* found herself in an abusive relationship that cost her everything – her home, her job, her car, her mental health, and finally, her daughter. With her family living across the country, Jenna lacked support and security. She was truly alone.
Having lost all hope and suffering from the trauma of her circumstances, Jenna struggled to survive, both physically and mentally.
“I spent the summers walking aimlessly in the sun and heat for days on end. I would sneak into people’s yards to drink from their water hoses. I would hide in public washrooms for a break from the sun and heat. I would eventually fall asleep in a park and wake sunburnt. Often, I would get heat stroke and wouldn’t even know where I was.
In the winter, I would desperately look for any place for shelter, like a shed or a porta-potty; any place to rest my head and sleep after being awake for a week or more. I would run from the cops in minus forty-degree weather for so long that I would be exhausted and sweating. It felt good to lay in the snow, but if I stayed too long, I knew I would fall asleep and freeze to death. I absolutely hated my life. I hated myself and every second I begged for death.”
Jenna eventually found herself in a jail cell, weighing only 80 pounds and newly pregnant. As her due date approached, she feared she would give birth while in prison and be forced to give up her baby.
But after months of waiting and praying, she found Adeara.
“I was so grateful for every little thing at Adeara. I had a warm, safe place and a comfortable bed to rest. Being checked on throughout the night gave me the comfort I never thought I needed. Everyone was welcoming and kind. I had healthy meals and exercised. I thrived at Adeara. My motivation to heal grew. I found hope. I became confident. Adeara became a home to me and the people there, my family. ”
Adeara’s support and provision of a home allowed Jenna to establish a safe and nurturing environment for her own children whom she has been reunited with. Today, Jenna has a full-time job, a car, and a home of her own.
There are more women, like Jenna, who are desperate for a home.
At Adeara, it costs $250 per day for a woman to have safe housing, 24/7 care, counselling, life skills and parenting support, work experience opportunities, and access to a loving community.
Your generous gift today can help ensure the most vulnerable women and children have a safe place to call home as they heal and walk out of addiction and into a life of recovery.
Learn more about how your support impacts Adeara.
*We've use a pseudonym to protect this resident's privacy.
