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EMERGENCY MEN'S HOUSING:

Overnight housing is available for single men. At 9 pm each evening, the gymnasium converts into a sleeping space. The gym can accommodate up to 45 men, but solutions can be made if there are more.


Guests have a designated space within the gym, a mattress, bedding and pillows, towels, and basic supplies. A locker and tub are also assigned for storage of personal items.


Overnight housing guests share a day room, bathroom, and laundry. This short-term overnight shelter is designed to help guests transition in to on-site apartment living while securing an income source.


The following is available to guests of MCSA: 24-hour staffing assistance; Food, clothing, and other basic need items; Educational opportunities and support programs; Gymnasium access; Computer access. Check-in for Overnight Housing is available daily from 6 am until 10 pm. Identification will be requested at the time of check-in.


EMERGENCY FAMILY AND SINGLE WOMEN'S HOUSING:

The Family & Individual Housing Units provide a secure living space for families with children and single women.  Eight private rooms are available, and accommodations can be made for any size family.  Each unit includes beds, bedding, pillows, towels, and basic supplies.  Additional beds or cribs are available as needed.


The units share a large open living space, kitchenette, bathroom, and laundry.  Space is always available for those in Muscatine County who need a place to stay.

Access point for the community's homeless veterans. Individuals and families who are at imminent risk of homelessness (with no house, apartment, etc. to stay tonight) will complete an assessment and receive help to find housing options.

Access point for the community's homeless veterans. Individuals and families who are at imminent risk of homelessness (with no house, apartment, etc. to stay tonight) will complete an assessment and receive help to find housing options.

Offers shelter to homeless adults. Clients are eligible for additional services such as case management services, showers, laundry and meals. The length of stay is eight weeks. The stay may be extended based on progress.

Day Center Services are offered to homeless individuals/families and include:

- Case management.

- Job development.

- Mental health counseling.

- Life skills.

- Agency referral.

- Laundry and shower facilities.

- Breakfast/lunch.

Provides for women and families experiencing homelessness dormitory-styled rooms with bunk beds, so they are intended to be a shared space, a common dining area, living room, and outdoor areas for recreation. A full-time cook is on staff to provide two hot meals each day, and breakfast is a serve-yourself cold meal. Clients can stay at our shelter for up to 45 days.

Provides emergency housing and supportive services to homeless individuals and families. Services include case management, information and referral to community resources, education assistance, workshops, and access to food pantry.

Cold Shelter available on nights when it is 20F or below.

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

Emergency shelter serving men, single women, and families. The shelter is substance-free.

Meals served three times per day. Clients meet with a case manager within 72 hours of arrival to define barriers and set goals.

Primary Health Care Centralized Intake is the centralized intake location for Polk County. Anyone experiencing homelessness can be referred to PHC for assistance. Each case manager will complete an intake with the household and may provide referrals to shelter, housing, public benefits or any other resource that will meet the household needs. Anyone who may be seeking emergency shelter for their family should come to PHC to complete an intake as all emergency family shelters placements are referred through PHC.

Also offers a shower to those who are homeless and in need.

Access point for the community's homeless veterans. Individuals and families who are at imminent risk of homelessness (with no house, apartment, etc. to stay tonight) will complete an assessment and receive help to find housing options.

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.

Offers a 30 day stay. Space is limited, single women share a room, family rooms are available to accommodate families. 

Offered when available toiletries and other daily essentials such as diapers laundry detergent, hygiene products and food items.

Provides a safe place for at-risk and homeless youth (ages 16-24) in the Polk County area to connect with services. Services include street outreach, drop-in services, daily meals, emergency beds, an art studio, a computer lab, and mental health counseling options. 

The center also offers connections to additional YSS supportive housing programs, such as Lighthouses, Transitional Living Program, and Rapid Re-housing. Supportive services may include educational opportunities, life skills training, financial planning, and counseling to help youth and young adults, including single mothers and their infants, achieve self-sufficiency and progress toward their goals.

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.

Emergency housing offers a safe haven for persons in need. The shelter provides a warm bed, three meals per day, shower and laundry facilities, personal hygiene items, clothing, and supportive services to link homeless individuals with case management. Guests may also ask for help with GED tutoring and employment services.

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.

Provides information to food pantries or may offer food vouchers when funds permit. If in need of shelter, will refer to the police department for a one night voucher if funds permit.

Offers vouchers when funds are available to assist those who are in need of gas for doctor visit out of town.

Can also assist with utilities when funds are available.