Having a roof over our heads is something that can be easy to take for granted. Fortunately, there are teams of people committed to caring for their fellow person who doesn’t have anywhere to call home. In addition to providing for people’s basic needs like eating and washing, many of these organizations have developed programs […]
Where & Why to Donate Clothes in Brampton
Cleaning out your closet can help more than your style. Donating clothes can benefit those in need as much as financial donations, providing daily necessities. If you’re looking to get rid of your old clothes, where can you donate, and why should you? There are many places to donate clothes in Brampton, including the Regen […]
How to Help a Homeless Family Member
Someone experiencing homelessness may lack the essential care they need for everyday life. When supporting someone experiencing homelessness, especially a family member, there are many ways to help. You can support a family member in several ways to help them get back on their feet and make an impact: Why Do People Experience Homelessness? People […]
The First Christmas and the Experience of Homelessness
What do Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, The Judds, Julie Andrews, Anne Murray, the Cast of Glee, Faith Hill, Mannheim Steamroller, Trisha Yearwood, Nat King Cole and dozens of other musical artists have in common? They all have performed “Away in a Manger”. “Away in a Manger” has been a popular Christmas Carol for over 100 […]
Joel’s Passion at the Marketplace
Working and volunteering at Regeneration Marketplace Food Bank is very rewarding to me in many ways. Our team works together to help our community with the basic needs that they have supplying food, personal hygiene products and cleaning supplies. Accepting donations from individuals and corporate supporters creates a special bond and friendships of people with […]
People Experiencing Homelessness vs. Unhoused vs. Homeless: What Is the Difference?
Homelessness impacts thousands of Canadians, who face discrimination, social exclusion, and lack of essential care. When discussing homelessness, the individuals experiencing this may have several terms used to describe them. Homeless, unhoused, and person experiencing homelessness are different terms used today, but what is the difference between them? Continue reading to learn more about the […]
Regeneration: Where Transformation Happens
“If we do not transform our pain, we will most assuredly transmit it”- Richard Rohr As far as I am able to tell, pain is one of the few unavoidable realities of the human experience. Every person, even those with incredible privilege, has been met with pain at some point, and most of us spend […]
Regeneration Brampton Fall Update
A Special Note from Jenna As someone who has given to the Regeneration Outreach Community — as a volunteer, or through financial support or donation — I want to thank you for the care you have shown to Brampton’s vulnerable people. As our CEO Ted Brown takes a well-deserved sabbatical, I am honoured to get […]
The Importance of Community
At Regeneration, we believe that every person deserves the essentials of life. Unfortunately, those who are living on the street don’t have access to these basic necessities. In addition to this, individuals who are experiencing homelessness are also dealing with other issues such as poverty, unemployment, disability, eviction, domestic violence, long-term illness, mental health problems, […]
Do Shelters Provide Food for Those Experiencing Homelessness?
Many people in Canada struggle with the basic necessities of life: Shelter, food, safety, hygiene, clothing, and access to healthcare. According to research, the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic increased household food insecurity in the general population from 14 to 17 percent. This shows that you don’t have to be homeless to be hungry. The […]