We serve more than 80 homeless families every night at our three family shelters. Families benefit from a private room which includes a small refrigerator, a private safe to store personal items and medications, and food storage. All shelters have outdoor space for playing or access to a nearby playground, comfortable indoor meeting/playrooms, a large communal kitchen and dining area for group meals. Children have a place to sleep and feel safe, and parents have consistent support as they work toward stable housing.
Most of the families are led by single parents who arrive after crises they did not choose—domestic violence, loss of housing, illness, or job disruption. Parents work tirelessly to keep life as normal as possible for their children: getting them to school, preparing meals, and holding down a job. They also work with Case Managers to search for housing, apply for jobs, obtain their GED or benefits, and access services that will help them take control of their future and pursue their goals with confidence.
Each year, dozens of families move from shelter into permanent homes, and 95% remain housed long term—giving children the stability they need to learn, heal, and thrive.
