WISEPlace

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, WISEPlace provides unaccompanied women with housing solutions, counseling For more information, visit www.wiseplace.org.

For 99 years, WISEPlace has served more than 8,560 women by providing safe shelter, counseling and mental health services, case management and addiction recovery, and employment assistance to help rebuild their lives. The nonprofit organization is the only Orange County-based establishment leading the effort to end homelessness for unaccompanied women. Originally established as the South Orange Co

unty YWCA, WISEPlace instills hope in women and provides a path to personal stability so they do not face adversity alone. Most recently, the organization announced a housing development partnership, with plans to completely renovate the existing 1950's building, to construct supportive housing while continuing the vital wrap-around services offered to all participants. WISEPlace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Santa Ana, California.

05/11/2026

Our WISEPlace CEO Brateil Aghasi joins United to End Homelessness' May Community Chat, a virtual conversation exploring a growing, often overlooked reality: older women facing homelessness in Orange County. Brateil will share her experience and insights on providing housing and supportive services for women in Orange County. The conversation will be moderated by Carrie Buck, Senior Director of Community Strategies at United to End Homelessness.

Mark your calendar:
Tuesday, May 26th at 12 PM
Click here to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-growing-risk-of-homelessness-for-older-women-community-chat-tickets-1987865166224

05/10/2026

To our mothers and all women who nurture, support and love us. Thank you for making our world a better place!

05/09/2026

Great news! We have once again earned a Candid* Platinum Seal of Transparency! The Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency is the highest level of recognition awarded by Candid (formerly GuideStar) to nonprofit organizations.

05/08/2026

📢 Calling all Volunteer Meal Providers! 🍽️

A warm, nutritious meal isn’t just food—it’s fuel for rebuilding lives. At WISEPlace, we serve three meals a day, every single day, giving women experiencing homelessness the nourishment and strength to thrive.

This May, step up and make a difference! By providing a meal, you're not just dropping off food—you’re showing someone that they matter. 💜

👉 Sign up today and help us feed hope.
https://wiseplace.galaxydigital.com/

05/07/2026

Thanks to our new friends at OASIS Senior Center in the City of Newport Beach - City Hall who invited our CEO, Brateil Aghasi, to help kick off their inaugural event with over 150 women called Coastal Circle: Women of Wisdom. We loved spending time together!

05/06/2026

Domestic violence is one of the leading causes of homelessness for unaccompanied women—and at WISEPlace, every woman we serve is a survivor seeking safety and stability.

Through the DV Bonus Program, launched in partnership with the County of Orange Continuum of Care and Human Options, we’ve been able to expand critical housing support for survivors right here in our community.

Since 2022, our program has helped WISEPlace provide:

✨ $3M+ in rental assistance

✨ Housing support for 350+ survivors

This is a pathway to healing, independence, and a future beyond homelessness.

But now, this life-saving program is at risk. While funding is secured through September 30, 2026, the future remains uncertain.

We need your voice. Advocacy matters—and together, we can ensure survivors continue to receive the support they deserve.

Click here to read our Impact Report.
https://publuu.com/flip-book/833787/2411932

05/05/2026

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers who want to make a real impact at WISEPlace.

If you have a few hours each month and want to support women on their path to stability, we’d love to have you join us. There are opportunities for every skill set—from hands‑on help to behind‑the‑scenes support.

Explore current volunteer roles and sign up through our Galaxy Portal: https://wiseplace.galaxydigital.com/

05/04/2026

🏠 Women who find their way to WISEPlace are often at their most vulnerable, lacking the resources to end homelessness on their own. Despite these uphill battles, 95% of our participants have attained and retained housing through our transformative programs. 🌟 The WISEPlace Way isn't just a program; it's a roadmap to stability and independence. 💪 Our Program Outcomes showcase the power of resilience and support.

Click the link to read our IMPACT REPORT
https://publuu.com/flip-book/833787/2411932

05/03/2026

At WISEPlace, we stand with women at their most vulnerable moments, recognizing that overcoming homelessness requires more than individual effort. The WISEPlace Way is our holistic approach to ending homelessness. We empower participants, providing comprehensive solutions that ensure they leave WISEPlace equipped for long-term success and personal self-reliance. Together, we're building brighter futures. 💜 ✨
Learn more about our programs here https://wiseplace.org/wiseplace-way/

05/02/2026

Did you know? Half of unhoused people experienced for the first time after age 50.

Clara was one of them. Coming to gave her a second chance in life.

“If someone had told me that at 59 years old, I would be sleeping in my car night after night, I would have said they were crazy. I had raised six children on my own while working full-time and prided myself on my independence. But there I was. Alone, scared, and with no idea how to get my life back. I had recently had a falling out with my children, and I couldn’t bring myself to tell them the truth – I was homeless.

I had been a medical assistant for 25 years when my back pain started. Five years and two back surgeries later, I was in more pain than ever and unable to walk more than 25 feet at a time. I had to quit my job in the middle of the pandemic and became a caregiver. When my patient passed away, I realized that my back pain was too severe to continue working. I had run out of options. Without a job or savings, I was forced to leave my apartment and spent the next two frightening months sleeping in my car.

I felt my first glimmer of hope when a friend told me about WISEPlace."- Clara

05/01/2026

In 2025, 76% of the women we served reported mental health challenges. May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

From the National Alliance on Mental Illness, “Mental Health Awareness Month provides a chance to stand with your community and show that no one struggles alone.”

Healing begins in community. via National Alliance on Mental Illness

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1411 North Broadway
Santa Ana, CA
92706

Telephone

+17145423577

Website

https://www.wiseplace.org/

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