Those in need of further assistance may find help from the following organizations:

First United Church

Shelter, advocacy, weekly activities, programs, social services, and fundraising.

320 E. Hastings Street

604-681-8365

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Kettle Friendship Society

Housing assistance and community services for people challenged with mental illness.

1725 Venables Street

604-251-2801

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ARA Mental Health

Crisis intervention dealing with finances, housing, child apprehensions, referrals, resource allocation, and more.

#423 – 119 West Pender Street

604-689-7938

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MPA Mental Health Empowerment

Community resource centre, supported housing, licensed housing, advocacy, and social justice.

1733 West 4th Avenue

604-482-3700

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Atira Women’s Resource

Numerous housing and shelter programs, legal advocacy, stopping the violence counselling, homeless outreach support, self-employment initiatives.

101 East Cordova Street

604-331-1407 ext. 105

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Carnegie Center

Provides a range of social, recreational, and educational programs for the residents of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.

401 Main Street

604-665-2220

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Life Skill Center

Provides free showers, lunch, coffee, movies, and long-distance phone; various programs for women and men.

412 East Cordova Street

604-678-8278

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DTES Women’s Center

Counselling, free clothes, showers, laundry, workshops, programs, welfare and housing assistance, and advocacy.  Safe and confidential.

300 Columbia Street

604-681-8480

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Vancouver Native Health

Walk-in clinic.  Physician service for all with or without medical coverage.

455 East Hastings Street

604-254-9900

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Evelyn Saller Centre

Cafeteria, TV lounge, pool table, cards and board games, showers, laundry, and crafts.

320 Alexander Street

604-665-3075

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W.I.S.H.

Safe place for women working on the streets.  Shower facilities and food; relax and take part in various ongoing programs.

330 Alexander Street

604-681-9244