YWCA FAMILY SHELTER

Program Purpose:  Provide emergency shelter to homeless families

Program Description:  Four unit apartment building that provides emergency shelter in fully furnished apartments to homeless families with males over the age of  6.  Housing is provided for up to 90 days. The program provides food, clothing, and hygiene items on a needed basis. The building has on- site laundry facilities.  A licensed social worker provides case management to assess family needs and make appropriate referrals to address these issues while families seek safe & affordable permanent housing.

In 2011, YWCA shelters provided 29,502 nights of service
to 234 individuals, 45% of whom were children.

Eligibility & Program Requirements:

• Homeless per HUD’s definition
• Low income with no resources to secure housing
• Pass criminal record check
• Cannot have been in YWCA shelter in previous 6 months
• Cannot have been in the YWCA shelter three previous times in the preceding 6 years
• Must agree to actively work on a housing plan with services if needed, to assist in moving from the shelter into housing (transitional, permanent, or permanent supportive)
• No alcohol use on premises
• No drug use
• No weapons
• Cannot be placed in the family shelter on the weekend or after hours
• No guests.

Cost:  Program cost based on income, does not exceed 30% of income