Women often come to Treasures directly from prison, or from the streets, with a myriad of complex social-behavioural issues, mixed with substance abuse and undiagnosed mental health problems. These issues are often the result of coping mechanisms in the face of unfathomable trauma, most commonly starting in childhood. Years of abuse and neglect to both physical and mental health requires a great deal of unpacking to address the root cause of behaviours.

Treasures is about changing the narrative for women who have had little or no chance in life. To us this means much more than just the provision of basic services, but a holistic and adaptable model to meet each women's individual mental health needs. We do this by providing specialist tailored support, therapy and counselling to resolve past traumas, address unhealthy habits and build up the mental resilience and life skills needed to live independent lives.