Temporary emergency women’s shelter finds home in Cambridge [Video]

A new 20-bed emergency shelter for women is coming to Cambridge.

In a news release, YWCA Cambridge said their temporary shelter will be set up at Grace Bible Church at 2 Grand River Avenue South.

The temporary 24/7 shelter will be run by YWCA Cambridge and feature wraparound supports, such as mental and physical health services.

The idea to set up a shelter received approval from Regional Council during the 2024 budget process, and the YWCA has been searching for a home ever since.

“Grace Bible Church is thankful for the opportunity to work with the YWCA and the Region of Waterloo to provide a safe space for the Women’s Emergency Shelter for Unhoused Women. Recognizing the need within our local community, we believe this is both an answer to prayer and a practical way to care,” Associate Pastor Byron Burton said via the release.

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