Rose Haven

Rose Haven is a low-barrier agency that exists not to just meet basic needs, but to nurture souls and improve the emotional, mental and physical well-being of our guests and our community as a whole. We understand our agency exists within larger systems of oppression, and we seek to disrupt those structures through radical hospitality, advocacy on an individual and community level, and meaningful connections to resources. Recognizing the isolation and loneliness that homelessness can create, we work to hold a space where all guests can connect, have voice and be empowered.

Rose Haven is the only day shelter and community center specifically serving women, children, trans and nonbinary folks in Downtown Portland. As night shelters are at capacity, our low-barrier drop-in model bridges the gaps in services. For many women and children, we are the first step in asking for help and starting to heal.