Our Vision
Hope and Homes for All
Our Mission
Indwell is a Christian charity that creates affordable housing communities that support people seeking health, wellness and belonging.
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Our Values
We value the inherent dignity of all people as image bearers of God.
We live out our Christian calling to love our neighbours as ourselves.
Hope is the foundation of all our actions.
our story
In 2024, Indwell celebrates a remarkable milestone — half a century of compassion, innovation, and unwavering commitment to providing dignity and independence for individuals with disabilities. From its humble beginnings to becoming a beacon of hope across communities, Indwell’s journey is a rich tapestry of triumphs, challenges, and profound impacts. As we honour this 50th anniversary, we invite you to explore the captivating stories and pivotal moments that have shaped Indwell’s legacy.
Leadership Team
Jeff Neven
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff is an esteemed community leader who actively engages in various local initiatives. He is deeply committed to neighbourhood engagement, active transportation, homelessness prevention, his local church, and promoting recreational and employment opportunities for remote indigenous youth. Jeff earned a Master of Social Work degree in Community, Policy, Planning, and Organizations from Wilfrid Laurier University. In recognition of his exceptional contributions, he was honored with the "40 Under 40" Next Generation of Hamilton Leaders Award in 2017.Jeff and his wife Maria, live in East Hamilton and have four children.
Chris Finkbiner
Chief Operating Officer
Graham Cubitt
Director of Projects & Development
Judy Eising
Director of Community and Donor Engagement
Anisha Gunnar
Director of People & Culture
Steven Rolfe
Director of Health Partnerships
Jessica Brand
Regional Director, Hamilton and Peel Region
Justin DeWaard
Regional Director, Oxford and Haldimand-Norfolk
Leah Logan
Regional Director, Waterloo Region
Natasha Thuemler
Regional Director, Southwest
Julie Ellery
Senior Manager - Clinical Practice
Mark Nery
Senior Manager - IT
Andrea Redlich
Financial Controller
John Turberfield
Senior Manager - Facilities Operations
Board of Directors
John Nyholt
President
Fred Spoelstra
Vice President
Alice Plug-Buist
Secretary/Treasurer
Karen Efron
Melanie Froese
Julia Marchesan
Celia Meikle
Lindsay Reynolds
Peter Van Geest
A culture of Inclusion
Indwell welcomes everyone
Indwell exists to provide hope and homes for all. Our supports, services, and employment are open to people from every creed, race, ethnicity, sex, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Indwell’s leadership are motivated by the example of Jesus Christ as reflected in Indwell’s statement of faith. Indwell engages with diverse communities; we actively identify and remove barriers that prevent people from accessing and participating in our services and organization.
frequently asked questions
What is your legal status?
Indwell is a registered Canadian charity. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors with expertise in a range...
How many employees do you have? What kind of roles do they have?
As of February 2024, we have 285 employees; nearly 73% are full-time. The majority of...
Why do you have so many projects on the go?
There is tremendous need — at any given time, there are over 2,000 people on the waitlist for quality affordable...
How do you decide to move into a new community?
Many communities have deep needs around affordable housing and homelessness. As our tenants and programs find success, many new communities...
How are you different from other affordable housing organizations?
Indwell has a unique mix of core competencies. We are experienced landlords, providing high-quality and affordable rental apartments. We also provide...
What does it mean that Indwell is a Christian organization?
Indwell is a Christian organization. Our leadership is made up of Christians, and our organization is guided by Christian values. This...
