Objectives: The purpose of this study was to identify practical strategies to enhance the resilience of unwed mothers in the de-institutionalization process. Methods: The author conducted 10 qualitativeresearch interviews with unwed mothers living in a facility. The study categorized main issues in the interviews. Results: The researcher identified 18 sub-topics in 3 stages. In the “facility dwelling” stage, the subtopics included “refuge & protected location,” “connecting facilities,” and “low effectiveness in self-support.” In the “de-institutionalization” stage, the subtopics were “unexpected exit from the facilities,” “insufficient preparation in the course of getting out,” and “anxious first steps.” In the “after de-institutionalization” stage, the subtopics were “unconquered poverty,” “restricted relationship networks,” and “ongoing confusion.” Conclusion: The researcher suggested several practical policies needed for unwed mother to escape from poverty: making new strategies for unwed mothers, customizing independent support services, strengthening support for parental rights of unwed mothers, and building integrated systems in supporting unwed mothers.