We Are Shekinah

Shekinah Homes Society is a non-profit organization that has the privilege of residing on lək̓ʷəŋən lands in Victoria, British Columbia. We provide support and a home environment to our community of adults with a diverse spectrum of disabilities.

As an organization, we seek to create and maintain a world where ALL people are given the opportunity to learn, work, and play. Being an inclusive and diverse community is incredibly important to us – we support and celebrate the differences between each of us. We know that our differences are what makes us stronger, and we honour the inherent worth and uniqueness of each person in our community.

We sustain a vibrant community life for the adults that we support, their families, and other community members. Our community members enjoy the warmth and closeness of home life, living in an environment where they have autonomy over their lives – where they can develop lifelong friendships, thrive, and grow old.

Through our work, we intend to create positive social change, enabling each person to be a respected and valued member of community and society and in turn, opening a world of incredible opportunities.

  • Our Vision

    We are working to create a world where people of diverse abilities can live, work, and play within loving communities where everyone’s value and spirit can shine.

  • Our Mission

    We support adults with diverse abilities to live their best lives.

Our History

What began as an idea in 1975, has evolved into the community of remarkable, gifted individuals that is Shekinah Homes Society. Our organization has been steadily progressing, growing, and flourishing since then. Following an intense period of strategic planning, we became Shekinah Homes Society in 2003.

While the organization has changed a lot since its creation in 1975, Shekinah retains the original vision and philosophy – of being a community of people coming from all walks of life, living together, nurturing the spirit, and celebrating humanity.

Shekinah, when translated, has a few different interpretations. Most interpretations of the word allude to dwelling or inhabiting, with an emphasis on safety and belonging. All meanings help paint the picture of exactly what we strive to provide: a safe dwelling for people and spirit.

Shekinah Homes Society is guided by what we have named the ‘Essence of Life Philosophy’, which provides us with the tools to assist our residents, called Core Members, in living the fulfilling life of their choosing. The Essence of Life is a practical approach to ensure Core Members have autonomy over their lives – while prioritizing inclusion and safety.

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