What our guests say
Anawim means acceptance, love and trust.
Brings an atmosphere of best wishes, hope and a listening ear
An organized refuge where we can plan
Feeling a part of a community, not like cattle like other organizations.
Home sweet home
We are encouraged to advance so that doors can open for us
Refuge from the cold reality of the streets
Restores dignity because we can be individuals
Opportunity to help cook a homemade meal
Friendly atmosphere
Relating with others with a common goal
Good companionship
Able to feel emotions
With no family it feels good to belong to this family
A peaceful calm atmosphere
Able to heal past years of loneliness
Have learned to accept everyone who comes here as family
A sanctuary
Wonderful staff who help guide us onto solid ground
Wonderful nutritious food
Basic needs met of food, laundry and showers
Messages from our residents
Anawim has been a real blessing for me. Through the love, dedication and support, it has renewed in me my sense of self worth and given me confidence and hope. Just when I thought nobody cared, Anawim reached out and gave me a reason to believe that I could achieve my goals and follow my dreams.
The big blue house and what it means to me:
An arm around your shoulder when so far you’ve walked alone
A kind voice in your ear just to say that it’s okay
A gentle reassurance when the fear gets too hard to bear
A small island called stability in a sea of insecurity
This house is very important it brings the best in people and me. A new life when I felt like I was at the end of my rope. They tied a new rope around me to help save me and give me a chance on a new life. I can see more clearly now. They are my family when I don’t have any. I once was mad now I’m glad. So I thank God and you so much for this chance.