Fact & Figures

Since opening this women’s refuge in April 1999, Lou’s has had roughly 31,500 visits.

• Roughly 90% of our clients come from a background of abuse – emotional, physical and/or sexual abuse.
• Roughly 70% of our clients are currently homeless or at risk of homelessness.
• Many come seeking legal assistance for issues to do with their children, some for immigration-related problems.
• Most have little if any family support.
• Some regulars have parents who visit and keep contact with staff.
• Some shower/launder at Lou’s prior to going back to sleep on the streets.
• Most very much look forward to the food; some rely on it.
• Many will not see a doctor or nurse other than on site; most will not see a male doctor at all

Daily:

Average number of visits: 21

Average number of meals: 18

Average uses of laundry facilities: 3

Average uses of clothing room: 5

Average shower use: 2

Weekly:

Average new intakes: 3

Number of clients receiving support around mental health issues: 20

Number of clients receiving support around drug and alcohol issues: 9