Finding herself in a precarious situation and trembling with fear, Annie spent three nights on the street. She had been searching for help but no resource had been able to accommodate her and, worse, no solution had been offered to her.

Annie's is not an isolated case. Many helpless women are faced with inadequate resources and see their situation rapidly deteriorate. They find themselves exposed permanently to dangers in the streets.

Maison le Paravent, located in the Lower Laurentians, does not pass judgment on these women’s circumstances, and aims at providing them with a safe and inclusive space, not only where they can rest, but also where their needs are listened to and where every effort is made to help them regain their autonomy, their dignity, and a glimmer of hope in their life.

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At Maison le Paravent, we adopt a humane and compassionate approach centered on mutual aid and communication, with the collaboration of organizations who share our values. Thus, we can offer our clientele complete support by focusing on their physical, mental and financial health and on their family needs.