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No family expects to face a crisis, but when they do, having a safe place to turn can mean everything. Haven Family Connections<\/a> ensures that support is never out of reach. For parents facing unimaginable challenges, whether it\u2019s homelessness, illness, mental health struggles or the unexpected loss of a loved one, having a trusted support system can make all the difference. That\u2019s exactly what Haven Family Connections does: provide safety for families.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t even the first time we\u2019ve highlighted their incredible work<\/a>. <\/p>\n

A lifeline for families in crisis<\/h2>\n

Based in Saskatoon, Haven Family Connections (formerly Crisis Nursery) has been a pillar of support for families in need for over four decades. At the heart of their mission is Haven Kids\u2019 House<\/a>, a 24\/7 emergency home that provides a safe space for children while parents work through difficult circumstances. Last year alone, they supported nearly 950 children, offering not just shelter, but stability, care and hope.<\/p>\n

When a family is in crisis, the Haven team steps in immediately, ensuring children feel secure and cared for while their parents receive the support they need. From de-escalating stress to providing emotional and physical care, their work is about more than temporary relief \u2014 it\u2019s about setting families on a path to long-term stability.<\/p>\n

The power of community support<\/h2>\n

Organizations like Haven Family Connections don\u2019t just happen \u2014 they exist because of the community that believes in their mission. Yardi Canada<\/a> is proud to stand with Haven, providing financial support to ensure their services remain free and accessible to families in need. <\/p>\n

\u201cHaven Kids\u2019 House has offered safety and support for kids during a family crisis for over 42 years. We are a critical service that needs to stay open, and we\u2019re proud that part of the way we stay open is through community support. Yardi\u2019s contribution has helped make this safe space possible for kids and ensures families are supported during emergencies,\u201d said Dionne Miazdyck-Shield, executive director at Haven Family Connections.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re not just focusing on one issue. Families come to us facing everything from mental health crises to domestic violence, homelessness or medical emergencies. Our role is to provide a place where kids feel safe, and parents have time to find solutions,\u201d added Lisa Walter-Mills, Program Director at Haven Family Connections.<\/p>\n

While financial contributions help sustain these critical services, it\u2019s the real-life stories that truly illustrate Haven\u2019s impact. These contributions help provide food, staff, crisis response and case management resources that directly impact the lives of families in Saskatoon.<\/p>\n

Real stories, real change<\/h2>\n

More than just an emergency shelter, Haven Family Connections serves as a beacon of hope for families navigating hardship. Their work touches the lives of parents and children in countless ways, from giving a grieving father time to process an unimaginable loss to helping a young mother learn how to care for her newborn.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne of my most memorable cases is of a young mom who came to us with a baby who wouldn\u2019t stop crying,\u201d recalled Miazdyck-Shield. \u201cShe was exhausted, had no support and didn\u2019t know what to do. Our staff quickly recognized the baby had reflux, helped get the right medication and taught the mother how to use a baby carrier to provide comfort. She left feeling supported and empowered to care for her child.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lisa Walter-Mills shared another powerful moment: \u201cWe had a mom call us in absolute distress \u2014 her baby had tragically passed away, and she couldn\u2019t even speak. Emergency responders had to communicate for her. We took her other children in immediately, giving her the space she needed to process and grieve while knowing her kids were in a safe place. In times of crisis, we don\u2019t just help families \u2014 we hold them together.\u201d<\/p>\n

From crisis to confidence<\/h2>\n

While Haven Family Connections provides immediate crisis support, the scope of crises they address is vast. Families come to them in moments of severe distress. They have supported parents in crisis by caring for children while the parents sought medical treatment, arranged emergency shelter for children after tragic family events and provided a space where overwhelmed single parents could take a much-needed respite. Though these interventions address immediate needs, they often serve as a turning point for long-term stability and healing.<\/p>\n

The organization is implementing a new case management database, launching this year, to better track outcomes and tailor their services.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re working to be even more intentional about measuring the difference we make,\u201d Miazdyck-Shield shared. \u201cFor us, success is about helping families navigate their challenges with dignity and ensuring kids are safe \u2014 not just today, but in the long run.\u201d<\/p>\n

How you can help<\/h2>\n

Haven Family Connections welcomes community involvement. Volunteers can contribute through seasonal yard clean-ups, maintenance projects and in the future, potential tech training to help the organization grow its digital capabilities. Your support \u2014 through volunteering, donating or spreading awareness \u2014 helps keep Haven\u2019s doors open for families who need them most.<\/p>\n

Yardi is honored to continue supporting Haven Family Connections in their mission to provide a safe, supportive space for children and families facing crisis. Because when families have a place to turn, entire communities grow stronger.<\/p>\n

Learn more about Yardi\u2019s philanthropic efforts<\/a>.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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