Sleepless

Why are we pulling an all-nighter in Elgin for United Way?

COVID-19 has amplified the issues such as hunger, social isolation, intimate partner violence and mental health, and they need to become part of the conversation too. 

Community disasters and pandemics aggravate stressors and vulnerabilities, including family violence, social isolation, job loss, and related housing insecurity, poverty and food insecurity—most of which have robust links to increased mental illness. As leaders in our communities, it’s important we learn more and take a stand. 

As a member agency, YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin has been blessed to have the support of United way since our inception in Elgin county. Their critical funding allows us to deliver programs including supportive and transitional housing, poverty interventions, adult education, services for new comers to Canada and youth engagement opportunities so clearly needed in our community. 

Your donation today can make a difference in the lives of others in your community!