Fire: Behavioral Response

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Fire represents the energy to act, create, and respond to life's challenges. This is where you begin to see yourself as capable and empowered.

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Focus:

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• Building confidence

• Making healthy choices

• Problem-solving

• Maintaining housing and employment

• Setting goals

• Becoming a leader in your own life

• Supporting others through your experience

 

Goal-Setting Support

• Break big dreams into small, manageable steps

• Identify one short-term and one long-term goal

• Check in regularly to celebrate progress

 

Self-Efficacy Building

• Learn practical skills through workshops

• Volunteer to build confidence and purpose

• Share your story in safe settings

• Take on leadership roles in peer groups

 

Employment Readiness

• Identify transferable skills

• Build a resume highlighting strengths

• Practice interviews in supportive environments

• Connect with employers open to non-traditional backgrounds

 

Financial Literacy

• One-on-one budgeting coaching

• Help opening a bank account

• Understanding credit and rebuilding it

• Savings planning—even small amounts

 

Housing Retention Support

• Landlord mediation when issues arise

• Understanding tenant rights

• Budgeting for rent and utilities

• Building community with neighbors

 

Problem-Solving Skills

• Pause, name the issue, brainstorm options, choose one, reflect

• Practice decision-making starting with small choices

• Learn to trust your own judgment again

 

Self-Advocacy Training

• Understand rights in housing, employment, healthcare

• Practice speaking up for your needs

• Navigate systems with confidence

 

Confidence-Building Activities

• Take a class in something you've always wanted to learn

• Join a community group or club

• Complete a certification or training program

• Create something—art, writing, crafts

 

Celebrating Small Wins

• Keep a "win list" of accomplishments

• Share progress with someone who supports you

• Acknowledge how far you have come

 

Wellness & Life Skills Supports for Women Experiencing Homelessness

 

Wellness and life skills programs can help women strengthen emotional well-being, build confidence, develop practical skills, and work toward greater stability. Services may include life skills education, employment preparation, financial literacy, wellness programming, counselling, peer support, and connections to housing resources.

 

Programs, eligibility requirements, and availability vary by location.

 

United States

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YWCA Delaware — Home-Life Management Programs

Location: Delaware

Supports may include:

• Life skills education

• Financial literacy and money management

• Parenting support

• Self-esteem and wellness programming

• Employment and skills development opportunities

Access: Contact the organization for current program availability.

 

Jubilee Women’s Center

Location: Seattle, Washington

Support Type: Transitional Housing & Life Skills Support

Supports may include:

• Transitional housing for women experiencing homelessness

• Case management

• Employment and education support

• Computer and technology access

• Life skills development

• Community support programs

Access: Application/intake required.

 

YWCA Dayton Housing Programs

Location: Dayton, Ohio

Support Type: Supportive Housing & Wellness Services

Supports may include:

• Supportive housing options

• Case management

• Life skills development

• Connection to healthcare and community services

• Mental health support referrals

Access: Eligibility requirements apply.

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Community on the Rise — WHOLE Program

Location: Birmingham, Alabama

Support Type: Housing, Employment & Skills Development

Supports may include:

• Housing support

• Employment development

• Life skills training

• Personal growth and wellness supports

Access: Contact organization for current eligibility.

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Haven Homes

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Support Type: Trauma-Informed Support & Life Skills

Supports may include:

• Support for survivors of exploitation or trafficking

• Life skills development

• Employment preparation

• Financial literacy

• Wellness support

Access: Intake required.

 

The Floating Hospital

Location: New York, New York

Support Type: Healthcare & Support Services

Supports may include:

• Healthcare services for underserved populations

• Support referrals

• Family and wellness services

• Connections to community resources

Access: Contact organization for available services.

 

Wasatch Community Gardens — Green Team

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Support Type: Employment & Skills Development

Supports may include:

• Transitional employment opportunities

• Job readiness skills

• Resume support

• Community connection

• Personal development activities

Access: Program eligibility applies.

 

Dignity for Divas

Location: Seattle, Washington

Support Type: Wellness, Employment & Empowerment

Supports may include:

• Wellness programming

• Trauma-informed support

• Career development

• Technology skills

• Mentorship opportunities

Access: Contact organization for current programs.

 

Canada

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LOFT Community Services

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Support Type: Community Support & Wellness Services

Supports may include:

• Supportive counselling

• Life skills development

• Mental health advocacy

• Substance use support

• Community connection

• Housing-related supports

Access: Intake or referral may be required.

 

Genesis House

Location: Winkler, Manitoba

Support Type: Women’s Support & Life Skills

Supports may include:

• Individual support planning

• Life skills development

• Parenting support

• Financial education

• Connections to community resources

Access: Contact organization for current services.

 

YWCA Niagara Region

Location: Niagara Region, Ontario

Support Type: Housing & Women's Support Services

Supports may include:

• Housing supports

• Life skills programming

• Employment and independence supports

• Community referrals

Access: Eligibility requirements vary.

 

Welcome Hall Mission

Location: Montréal, Québec

Support Type: Community Support & Reintegration Services

Supports may include:

• Mental wellness supports

• Social services navigation

• Community resources

• Support addressing barriers such as housing, legal, health, or employment needs

Access: Contact organization for current programs.

 

How Lula Helpline Can Help

 

At Lula Helpline we can help connect you to local resources and support: 

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• Emotional wellness

• Life skills development

• Employment preparation

• Housing stability

• Financial education

• Community connection

 

Resource availability changes over time. Please confirm directly with organizations regarding current services, eligibility, and intake requirements.