FAQ

What is Hannan’s Village of Hope? 

Hannan’s Village of Hope is a community-based healing village designed to support adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability as they transition toward stability, wellness, and independence. The village provides dignified, private tiny homes within a structured, intentionally designed community, paired with holistic, wraparound supports that address the root causes of homelessness—not just the symptoms.

Hannan’s Village is not simply a place to stay; it is a place to heal, reconnect, and rebuild.

Who is the village designed for? 

Hannan’s Village is designed for adults navigating homelessness, housing instability, substance use, mental health challenges, or other barriers to stability. Residents are individuals who are seeking a supportive, structured environment where healing, accountability, and personal growth are encouraged.

Future phases may explore family-focused programming, but the initial village model is adult-focused.

How is the village managed? 

The village is intentionally managed and structured, with clear community guidelines, daily routines, and a strong emphasis on accountability, dignity, and mutual respect. Operations are overseen by trained staff and informed by lived experience, trauma-informed care, and best practices in supportive housing models.

This is a managed community, not an informal or unregulated space.

How do you ensure safety for residents and the surrounding community? 

Safety is foundational to Hannan’s Village. We create a secure and supportive environment through:

• Clear expectations and community standards – everyone knows the values, rules, and behaviors that help the village thrive.
  
  

• Consistent staff presence and oversight – trained staff are on-site to guide, support, and respond as needed.
  
  

• Thoughtful site design – the village is laid out to prioritize visibility, structure, and calm, promoting both privacy and connection.
  
  

• Early, supportive interventions – potential challenges are addressed proactively, preventing escalation and fostering accountability.
  
  

By combining structure, stability, and wraparound support, Hannan’s Village reduces the risks associated with survival-based living and contributes to a safer, healthier environment for residents and the surrounding community alike.

Is there staff on-site? 

Yes. Hannan’s Village includes 24/7 on-site staff, including but not limited to support workers and peers with lived experience. Staff presence ensures safety, accountability, connection to services, and ongoing support for residents as they navigate their healing journey. 

How does Hannan’s support individuals struggling with substance use? 

Hannan’s Village approaches substance use through a compassionate, harm-aware, and healing-centered lens. Rather than punishment or exclusion, we focus on:

• Connection to addiction and health services
  
  

• Peer support and lived experience guidance
  
  

• Case management and referrals to treatment or recovery supports
  
  

• Creating stability that reduces survival-based substance use
  
  

Healing is not linear, and residents are supported with dignity, honesty, and care.

How does Hannan’s Village benefit the surrounding community? 

Hannan’s Village provides a positive alternative to unsanctioned encampments by offering:

• Reduced strain on emergency services
  
  

• Increased safety and organization
  
  

• Fewer survival-based activities in public spaces
  
  

• A managed, respectful, and accountable community
  
  

By addressing homelessness proactively and compassionately, the village contributes to a cleaner, safer, and more connected neighbourhood.

How is this different from unsanctioned encampments? 

Unlike encampments, Hannan’s Village offers:

• Private, weather-protected tiny homes
  
  

• On-site staff and oversight
  
  

• Access to wraparound supports and services
  
  

• Clear structure, safety measures, and accountability
  
  

• A pathway toward stability and independence
  
  

Encampments are born from a lack of options. Hannan’s Village is a planned, supportive solution.

How are donations used? 

Donations directly support:

• The development and setup of tiny home villages
  
  

• Essential infrastructure and shared spaces
  
  

• On-site staffing and support services
  
  

• Programming that promotes healing, stability, and reintegration
  
  

Every contribution helps build a community where people can move from survival to stability.

How can landowners or partners get involved? 

We welcome conversations with landowners, faith organizations, non-profits, and community partners interested in land partnerships, program collaboration, or support services. If you have underutilized land or resources and share our commitment to compassionate, community-based solutions, we’d love to connect.

📩 Please contact us at info@hannansvillage.ca