VIMHS
Vancouver Island Mental Health Society
Supportive housing tenant shares thoughts ahead of move into new Nanaimo building
Supportive housing tenant shares thoughts ahead of move into new Nanaimo building
Supportive housing tenant shares thoughts ahead of move into new Nanaimo building
Monday 6th May 2024
Join People First Radio as Marlowe-Rene Mayors shares her inspiring story of transitioning from homelessness to a new supportive housing building in Nanaimo. Discover the transformative power of community support and individual resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Marlowe-Rene Mayors: A Journey of Resilience and Hope in Nanaimo
Episode Overview
- Marlowe-Rene Mayors shares her journey from homelessness to securing a room at the Cornerstone supportive housing building in Nanaimo.
- Discussing the critical need for tailored support services to address the diverse challenges faced by individuals transitioning out of homelessness.
- Emphasizing the transformative impact of community support and individual resilience in overcoming housing instability.
- Highlighting the significance of personalised care and understanding in providing effective support to vulnerable populations.
- Exploring Marlowe's aspirations to reintegrate into the workforce, particularly in the construction industry, and contribute positively to society.
Get to know the homeless. Get to know them. Stop and say hi. They're me. You know? Some of them might look scary because, well, they've been in the bush and chased around day after day. Get to know them. Don't beat them up. Don't light them on fire. What kind of people do that?
People First Radio presents a heartfelt conversation with Marlowe-Rene Mayors, a new resident at the Cornerstone supportive housing building in Nanaimo. Marlowe's journey from homelessness to securing a new home sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals experiencing housing instability and the importance of tailored support services.