Did you know that Oregon has the 2nd highest rate of unsheltered homeless people in the country?

Rose Haven is the only day shelter and community center in Multnomah County supporting those who are women, children and marginalized genders. We know the greatest contributors to homelessness for women in Oregon include domestic and sexual violence, unaffordable housing, wage inequity, and mental and physical disabilities. We also know that each person’s experience is unique and layered, and that those impacted need a helping hand to navigate the complexities of their worlds.

Stacey and Mike wanted to get the word out that Rose Haven has recently opened their brand new day shelter and community center at 1740 NW Glisan. As night shelters are at capacity, their low-barrier drop-in model bridges the gaps in services. For many women and children, Rose Haven is the first step in asking for help and starting to heal.

Services include:

At-the-door support including nutritious food, water, emergency clothing, diapers, wipes, hygiene & menstrual products, rain and outdoor gear, mail service, pet food and other needed items
Showers, bathrooms, and handwashing sink usage inside
Outdoor supplies including tents, tarps, sleeping bags
Additional direct service allocations for medical emergencies, storage fees, rental applications, utility bills, phones, transportation, and education + employment costs
Advocacy and emotional support for those feeling anxious during this uncertain time

There are many ways to help including monetary donations, volunteering, through their Amazon wishlist, or shop and drop your donations from this list:

Rose Haven’s has limited ability to accept gently used supplies and clothing, but there are certain things we can ALWAYS use:

Bras
Raincoats
Umbrellas
Seasonally Appropriate Clothing
Flashlights
Tents
Plus Sized Clothing (2x and up)
Towels
Blankets
Sleeping Bags and Tarps
Tennis Shoes
Rolling carts and suitcases
Backpacks
Pet supplies

*All donations are subject to staff approval and donation guidelines may change.

New items greatly needed :

Underwear
Socks
Shampoo & Conditioner (travel size is ideal)
Razors
Pocket Tissues
Soap and Body Wash
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Body Wipes
Black Haircare Products
Makeup (very low on eyeliner and mascara)
Hair Styling Products and Dye
First Aid Supplies
Chapstick
Sunscreen/sunblock (Please read this before donating.)
Body Lotion (travel size ideal)
Diapers (size 5 and up and pull ups)
Batteries (AAA, AA)
Handwarmers
Baby wipes

Thank you for being part of Stacey and Mike's Helping Hands. If you have a local non-profit that could use some extra love right now please let us know.

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Stacey Lynn