Women On Wings Society
I was in a really difficult situation, having my son and 2 dogs in an abusive relationship, I felt trapped with no place to go, the government kept stating that while I livid under the same roof as my abuser I would not be eligible for any of the resources, and even when I could apply for those, they would take time to be available.
That is when I got in contact with Woman on wings society, they found a home for one of my dogs, while the other one is waiting for me when I'm back on my feet, they arranged people to help me move some of our personal belongings and most importantly, my son and myself, we are safe.
That was by far the most difficult and terrifying thing I ever did, but that feeling only lasted for so long, and I didn't have to do it alone. Without my abuser I'm free to make my own choices, and finally live and love myself.
P.K.
My testimonial:
I was going through a very challenging and difficult period in my life in the late summer, early fall of 2020. Everything seemed to go wrong at once. My front door was falling apart (rotted frame), it wouldn't shut properly, and had damage from it having been kicked open while locked. My finances were being affected by loss of income that I had had previously. Long story short, I was highly stressed and had hit what felt like rock bottom with everything going on at once. I was approached by the Founder of Women on Wings and was asked if I would be open to receiving their offer of help. I gladly accepted. The wonderful people at Women on Wings provided me with a contact person to connect with to help me with the consolidation loan I had applied for to ensure I had the best term and percentage available at the time. They also contracted a couple of gentlemen who tore out my old door and frame and replaced everything for me with a new frame and door. It's a relief knowing that I have a properly anchored and insulated door that is functional and no longer has pieces of wood falling off here or there or rotting away. I am forever grateful.
D.F.
When I first met Maj from women on wing society I was very scared and felt like I had nowhere to turn. I'm a mother of two with another one on the way and left a domestic abuse situation which was not only physically abusive but mentally and emotionally abusive as well. Financially my husband controlled everything and he drained my bank account.
Without the support of Women on Wings Society, and their generosity I don’t know what I would have done. They connected me with all the resources that I needed and did not know were out there for women in my situation.
I also needed a vehicle due to the fact that my husband also financially took care of that and I could no longer afford. Women on Wings Society donated a vehicle to me. Maj tells me to stay strong and is such an inspiration to me. My kids are in a better place and are safe.
From the bottom of my heart thank you, one day I will pay it forward.
NA
Women on wings saved me from a very hostile environment. They right away found me a safe place to live, clothed me, brought me out to buy me everything that I needed to survive. They have given me so many resources, brought me to update my resume so I can start working again and found clothes that are suitable for me to work in. If it were not for Donna and Maj I would be homeless in Vancouver with no where to go. They are truly women on wings and I don't know what I would have done without them! They took me under the wings and showed me so much love and kindness. I can never thank them enough for everything they have, and continue to do for me everyday! S.M.
"I have had the honor of meeting Maj a few short few years ago, through a mutual friend whom is unfortunately no longer with us.
For the last 7 years, I have been dealing with severe illnesses from lyme disease, than from long haul covid that make lyme look like a cake walk.
Long story short, my life with these illnesses have had a profoundly distructive impact on my life. I've been forced to "survive" on bare bones disability and because lyme is denied in Canada, i have had to pay out of pocket for all my very basic treatment expenses per month just to barely survive....
Needless to say if you cant work, life becomes intensely challenging.
Maj has been one of those angels and she literally is one, that has helped me try and keep my head literally above water.
In situations where i was homeless, to needing a new bed because my other one was full of bed bugs, to Christmas gift cards, clothes and other difficult situations......
She literally has kept me alive in some of these dark places.
Maj dosent only genuinely care for people, but she is someone you can trust. And in this world, this a rare. Very rare.
So thankyou Maj for making this lost world a better place.
I thank God for you many times for your beautiful and heart loving soul.
Your an infinite blessing to all of us who are honored to know you.
Much love and hugs."
Daria
I have been connecting with women on wings group for only a short while, but that connection truly has made a difference to my and many peoples lives. I make soup for some homeless folks, senior neighbours, and for another group of people with disabilities who struggle with food insecurity. Through Women on Wings I have been receiving incredible amounts of last chance food donations to contribute to my soup. Keeping my soup program sustainable and nutritious for my folks, on average I help 70 people per week. It has been an absolute pleasure and so beneficial to support my efforts.
Shirley