who we serve

A diverse population of women call Jubilee home, ranging in age from 21 to 62, representing a wide variety of cultures, races, religions, nationalities and backgrounds. The average Jubilee woman is 44 years old, and may come to Jubilee physically or emotionally exhausted from living on the streets or from weeks spent in emergency shelters. While most Jubilee residents work, they have low-paying or temporary jobs. In the words of a former Jubilee resident, “Our common denominator…is poverty.”  

Each year, Jubilee provides transitional housing and support services for approximately 70 women total. Referrals come to Jubilee from homeless shelters, domestic violence programs, social service agencies, hospitals, churches, and the Community Crisis Line.  

Women may live at Jubilee for up to two years, thus giving them the stability to make long-term systemic changes in their lives. While some residents stay for the full 24 months, the average length of stay is 12 months.

Age Residents range in age from 21-62. The average age is 44. Recent housing applications show an increase in older women needing housing: 36% were women over 55.

Health Status (more than one health issue can be reported) 70% domestic violence survivors 55% have some level of mental health disability 23% in recovery from substance abuse   3% have some type of physical disability

Income 100% earn below 30% of the area median income (poverty level)   38% are working either full or part time   18% receive GAU assistance   14% receive SSI or SSDI   10% receive unemployment benefits   20% have other income sources

100% have the desire to make the transition to permanent housing, sustainable income and independent living.