OUR heritage

A Legacy of Love in Action

From humble beginnings to a wide-reaching mission, our story is rooted in faith and lived through service.

MILESTONES OF MISSION

Follow the unfolding story of how our Vincentian heritage grew into a movement of love in action, shaped by pivotal events and inspired by the charism of St Vincent de Paul.

1633

Beginning of the Daughters of Charity

In 1633, St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac founded the Daughters of Charity in Paris, France.

1660

Deaths of St Vincent de Paul & St Louise de Marillac

In 1660, the Daughters of Charity faced a year of profound loss, as both their co-founders, St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac, passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy of service and compassion.

1847

First Daughters of Charity in Great Britain

In 1847, the Daughters of Charity expanded their compassionate outreach by arriving in Great Britain, marking a significant milestone in our mission to serve those in need across the world.

1900

43 Houses in Great Britain

By 1900, the Daughters of Charity had established a significant presence in Great Britain, with 43 mission houses actively serving the needs of communities across the region.

1920

Marillac Sanatorium Opens

The Daughters arrived in Warley on 19 November 1920 and, less than a year later, opened the Marillac Sanatorium on 8 September 1921 to care for people with tuberculosis.

1926

A New Chapter of Charity: The Daughters' Arrival in Australia

In 1926, the Daughters of Charity from Great Britain expanded their mission of compassion and service by establishing new communities in Australia.

2004

St Joseph’s Services Founded

In Edinburgh, the Daughters established St Joseph’s Services to provide care and support for adults with learning disabilities.

2004

Vincentian Care Plus Launched

In 2004, after recognising the need for value-based home care for older people, the Daughters established Vincentian Care Plus.

2006

Out There Opens

In September 2006, Out There began helping families stay connected with imprisoned relatives and easing the harmful effects of imprisonment on innocent family members.

2012

DCS Founded

The Daughters of Charity in Great Britain founded DC Services to continue their mission of care and support.

2013

The Space Launched

In January 2013, the Daughters opened The Space in Govanhill, Glasgow—one of Scotland’s poorest and most diverse neighbourhoods—offering welcome, listening, and support.

2017

The Louise Project Formed

In 2017, building on the impact of The Space, the Daughters and trustees founded The Louise Project to help families overcome poverty and transform their community.

2020

Province of Rosalie Rendu

In 2020, marking a significant milestone, the communities of the Daughters of Charity in Great Britain and Australia reunited to form the Rosalie Rendu Province.