A hearthstone is a stone that makes up part of a hearth or fireplace. In historic and modern usage, a hearth is a site used for core needs such as heating and cooking. For centuries, the hearth was such an integral part of a home, usually its central and most important feature, that the concept of a hearth has been generalized to refer to a household or a homeplace.
Located in Kelowna, Hearthstone opened in 2018 and is a modular Supportive Housing project that supports individuals with diverse needs including homelessness, mental health concerns, and substance misuse. It opened in Fall 2018, and is our first Housing First property and includes 48 suites for up to 58 residents providing for couple suites and accessible suites.
Hearthstone offers individuals support in their wellness journey through:
- Life skills coaching
- Wellness planning
- Being part of a community and involvement in the greater community
- Employment education
- Peer support
- Volunteer involvement
- Community gardens
- Harm reduction
- Advocacy
- Healthy meals are provided
- Overdose prevention services provided
All participants agree to our good neighbour commitment and sign a program agreement.
For eligibility and referrals: Individuals must be homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Individuals must fill out the Supportive Housing Registry form for BC Housing, and fax or email the form to:
BC Housing Supportive Housing
Registry 250.482.1080
Application forms can be found here
Hearthstone is funded and works in partnership with BC Housing. Hearthstone is part of the province-wide Rapid Response to Homelessness.
- BC Housing Supportive Housing
- P: (250) 482-1080