Often, all it takes to make a difference in someone's life is to be available, accepting, and a good listener. We invite you to become a companion for one of our clients on her journey from life on the street to independence, stability, and wholeness.

What is a Sophia Way companion?

A Sophia Way companion is a woman who:

• Acts as advocate, partner, supporter, confidante, self-esteem booster, nurturer of possibilities, fellow traveler, and most of all, helpful, caring friend.
• Works to foster a safe, trustworthy relationship with her partner and help her partner build and participate in a supportive and sustaining community.
• Offers presence, deep listening, empowerment, encouragement, and skills to support her partner’s personal growth and help identify and build upon her gifts and abilities.
• Spends 1-2 hours once a week with her partner, and is willing to commit at least 6 months to the program.

Before being paired with a partner, companions will attend a training where they will learn about issues related to homelessness and specifically homeless women. Companions will also learn a variety of skills including listening, hospitality, boundary setting, and communication, and spiritual practices that support soulful relationships, mindfulness and compassionate presence.

To get more information, please email: companions@sophiaway.org

Our Companion Coordinators assist us in this program through WomanSpirit Center.