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Provides a systemic program transitioning individuals and families from homeless to sustainable living for Des Moines, Lee, and Henry County communities. 

Provides assistance to individuals and families who are facing a crisis situation with food and/or shelter. Homeless prevention services can assist families who are facing eviction or utility disconnection in preventing their family from becoming homeless. Crisis funds may be available for one month’s rent, utilities, or groceries for a short period of time. This assistance is intended for individuals and families who need temporary, one-time assistance to resolve an emergency situation.

Emergency shelter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Offers an emergency shelter to all adults needing shelter. All new clients to the shelter are encouraged to work with Primary Health Care Centralized Intake upon entering the shelter. Length of stay at the shelter is determined upon entry. Other services include AA meetings, laundry facilities, clothing closet, and a health clinic. WEATHER AMNESTY - is no longer offered. This specific service is closed.

Provides overnight shelter with the goal of securing full time employment. Once guests have secured employment within the initial time allotted, they will be eligible for an extension of time to stay.

Provides a temporary homeless shelter for single women and women with children. While at the shelter, clients will be offered beds, meals, laundry facilities, showers and other needed basic necessities. Individuals must be currently homeless with no other housing options. This shelter is not a domestic crisis shelter but may take domestic violence victims as long as they are not considered volatile (meaning someone coming after them). This is a safety precaution for other residents staying at the shelter. Shelter may not accept individuals who are disabled (needing assisted living surroundings), the shelter is not set up for that. Individuals on prescribed meds must be on current meds for safety of other residents but (there may be exceptions) for certain medications. Shelter does not accept sex offenders and fugitives of the law. Individuals that are using illegal drugs or alcohol will be required to get into an outpatient rehabilitation center in the area for the first week living at the shelter. Upon joining a rehab individuals must stay clean to reside at the shelter; length of stay will depend on the resident's cooperation and willingness to help themselves. 

Provides a 70-bed shelter for adults, children, and families experiencing homelessness. Stays range from several days to a maximum of 45 days. A men's dorm, women's dorm and family rooms are provided. Services may also include cold breakfast and dinner meals to all residents during stay. 

Offers an emergency homeless shelter that operates from Aug1- May 31 each year. The shelter provides meals, beds, showers, and laundry facilities. It is a structured program which includes rules, case management, classes, and require participation in an individual service plan. 

CIH conducts an intake and assessment for households experiencing homelessness in Champaign County, IL. Based on eligibility and priority, CIH links households experiencing homelessness with shelter, transitional, and permanent housing program options when there are program vacancies. In addition, CIH can make referrals to local community resources based on the needs of individuals served. Individuals and families can request a CIH at partner agencies.

Provides housing, meals, clothing, case management, life skills, health care and mental health care referrals, substance abuse treatment referrals, financial and job skills coaching, socialization and recreation opportunities to assist men experiencing homelessness to overcome the barriers that keep them from becoming housed and self-sufficient.

Cold Weather Shelter "Cold Cots": During the winter months when the temperatures are severely cold, the cold weather shelter opens expanding the 30 bed men's shelter to handle an additional 20 men providing them with a cot, a meal, and access to showers while space is available.

Offers the following services to women and women with children (these are not emergency shelter programs):

SHELTER offers short term shelter to meet the basic needs such as shelter, meals, and daily essentials, including clothing, hygiene items and laundry. Case management and referral services are provided with no fees. Please call ahead Monday- Friday between 8am-4:30pm to check on availability.

LONG-TERM LIFE RECOVERY for women (with or without children) is available to clients who are open and teachable with a willingness to change to do the hard work of life recovery. Women are offered an opportunity to work on their recovery and life skills for up to 24 months. Focus in on preparation to live independently while continuing to work on spiritual growth, recovery, basic life and work skills. Life recovery clients are required to save 75% of any income toward their transition fund.

Provides a helpline for individuals at risk of homelessness to access information, referrals, and resources in their communities related to housing instability or homelessness.

Provides an emergency shelter for homeless men. This is an alcohol and drug free 30-day program. 

Provides emergency lodging only - no guarantee for assistance. Need to check other available resources first.

Offers a food pantry.

When funds are available, also offers:

- Financial assistance for rent and utility bills.

- Vouchers for food and the thrift store.

- Laundry tokens.

- Emergency shelter voucher for the local motel (for one night only); maximum of once per year.

- Assistance with clothing and household items.

- Gas vouchers for medical appointments and stranded individuals in Kearney.

Provides 104 bed emergency shelter for women. Services include three meals daily, advocacy and case management, sack lunched for those going to work, and access to medical, dental and mental health care resources.

Health clinics include:

- Charles Drew Medical Clinic:  Schedule varies weekly. Patients must schedule appointment through clinic; call (402) 345-9860.

- Visiting Nurse Association:  Monday and Thursday in the Services Center from 1:30 pm-3:30 pm, and in the Baright Shelter from 3:30 pm-7 pm.

- Creighton University Magis Clinic:  Saturday afternoon medical clinic.

Provides emergency and transitional living program for men, women, and families with children.

Emergency shelter serves all demographics except single men by providing a safe place to stay for the night. This is a short-term solution for those in need of immediate housing. The shelter is located on the west side of the building.

Provides shelter, food, education and Christian counseling to homeless children, their parents, and single women. Works towards giving individuals the needed tools to obtain and maintain permanent housing.

Mini shelters are available for displaced persons who suffer loss of homes due to fire, tornadoes, transience, domestic disputes, or homelessness. Shelters are guarded and locations are confidential.

Offers a 24-hour a day, 62-bed emergency shelter for those who are homeless. Those staying at the shelter receive meals, showers, clothing, and other hygiene necessities.

Case managers work with individuals to help them apply for benefits, assist with sustainable income, and create sustainable budgets.

Provides assistance to individuals and families who are facing a crisis situation with food and/or shelter. Homeless prevention services can assist families who are facing eviction or utility disconnection in preventing their family from becoming homeless. Crisis funds may be available for one month’s rent, utilities, or groceries for a short period of time. This assistance is intended for individuals and families who need temporary, one-time assistance to resolve an emergency situation.