The Sisters and Partners of Mercy and their friends are excited to support the women and children of Marian House. We are participating in their annual Race to Embrace Independence 5K Run and Walk. We're running, walking, and fundraising, and we'd love you to help us!
Marian House helps over 300 women and children each year in Baltimore, MD. Founded in 1982 by the Sisters of Mercy and the School Sisters of Notre Dame, Marian House is a holistic, healing community for women and their children who are in need of housing and support services. Many of the women come directly from incaceration, homeless shelters, or susbtance abuse treatment facilties. Marian House provides a safe, sober, and loving environment that challenges women to respect and love themselves, confront emotional and socioeconomic barriers, and transition to stable and independent lives.
Services We Provide:
- transitional housing (avg. 9 mos - 1 yr.)
- meals and personal supplies
- therapeutic counseling
- addiction counseling
- life skills training
- job readiness
- pre-GED and GED education
- referrals for medical care
- financial literacy classes
- savings program to prepare women for independent living
Fran Demarco