Creating pathways to housing stability
Every person who finds safety, support, or a place to call home is part of a much bigger story. Together with our partners, volunteers, donors, and community, we're creating pathways from homelessness to lasting housing stability.
Outreach
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Our mobile Outreach team meets people where they are, providing practical, relationship-based support and connecting individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability with essential services, shelter and pathways to housing.
Shelter
Our shelter programs provide safe, temporary accommodation and essential supports for adults experiencing homelessness. We help guests move toward greater stability and, ultimately, permanent housing.
Housing
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Our Housing Programs help people find, move into and maintain safe, permanent housing through individualized, human-centered support. We are also acquiring properties to create more long-term housing options in our communities.
(coming soon)
Impact
With the support of our community, partners, volunteers, and donors, Open Arms continues to expand housing opportunities, strengthen essential services, and create lasting change across the Annapolis Valley. In 2025 with your support, we achieved many milestones!
151
Number of individuals who received support from Open Arms
38​
Number of leases signed by Open Arms' clients
2,250
Number of free meals distributed to those in need of food
Impact Stories
"You made me feel like I had a right to exist. That has been life changing. Thank you for being there when I needed you the most."
Your Support Creates Lasting Change
A safe place to sleep. A warm meal. Someone who listens. Help finding housing. Ongoing support to build a more stable future.
Every donation supports outreach, shelter, housing supports, and evidence-based programs that help people move beyond crisis. It provides practical essentials today while helping build the foundation for a safer, more stable tomorrow.​