Opening Doors - Teresa Shelter | Opening Doors
1111 Bluff Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Eligibility
Admission to the shelter is based on the availability of space and interview by staff, women must be ages 18 and older, or children of all ages are able to stay at the shelter
Required documents
Proof of homelessness within 3 days, warrent check from local police station
(563) 582-5880
Fax·
Fax
(563) 690-0086
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitewww.openingdoorsdbq.org
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call, or visit in person for services
Fees
None
Service area
Dubuque County, IA Delaware County, IA Jones County, IA Jackson County, IA
Provides a safe place for all women and children of all ages who find themselves homeless due to circumstances beyond their control. The shelter program includes assistance, food, referrals and advocacy with community services. The length of a woman's stay can up to one year in emergency shelter.However, some women can get extensions if a move to permanent housing is imminent or they may move to Maria House or Francis Apartments to continue to work on their goals.
Last assured
03/10/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Opening Doors
Offers to serve women with or without children. Offers emergency and transitional housing services.
Operates Maria House, Teresa Shelter, and Francis Apartments