“A refuge, place of unity and composure for Canadian Forces personnel, first responders  (police, fire and ambulance) and their families to stay while healing occurs.”

Honour House is unique by offering world-class attention to the needs of CF personnel, first responders and their families within a home-like environment. 

With comfortable surroundings, personalized programs, caring professional staff and dedicated volunteers Honour House offers free, temporary accommodation to relieve both emotional and financial stress.

Honour House is up and running on an interim basis through a cooperative program with New Chelsea Society’s “Winch House,” a beautifully refurbished 4-bedroom home located in South Vancouver.

Honour House Society have acquired a property in New Westminster, at 509 St. George Street, on a quiet, residential street in a restful, family oriented environment.

Once our permanent Honour House is completed, Winch House will be used as a long-term residence. Both are fully accessible and include a children’s play area.

If you have personnel who need accommodation, all you need to do is make one call:

604-763-7678 or 604-628-5365.

Honour House will send you our registration form. Once this is complete, your client will be welcomed as our guests.

http://www.honourhouse.ca/about.html

Honour House
St. George Street, New Westminster, BC

Defenders will battle 'til weary and wanting
And often their wounds will be hidden away.
And even when healing their struggles are daunting,
Continuing on while the memories stay.

The horrors that weaken restorative waters,
The nightmares that menace the calm of the night.
Distorted deceptions of horrible slaughters,
The longing and prayers for return of the light.

A refuge was needed to clear the confusions,
A harbour of safety to weather the storm.
Support to relinquish the shadow illusions,
Restorative peace for returning the norm.

With patience and courage the aid will be given,
With comfort, the healing advantage is clear.
With knowledge and kindness the helpers are driven,
And pleasures are welcomed when loved ones are near.

St. George fought the dragon, was pierced but was healed,
And so can our heroes reclaim what was dear.
Removing the burdens ‘til love is revealed,
Suppressing return of the things that they fear.

We value those choosing an arduous vocation,
Who bravely respond when the dangers are clear.
We honour their valour and strong dedication,
And offer a solace in Honour House here.

May 10, 2010, Susan McLeod