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Shelter
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Shelter
A common myth is that most people become homeless is because they are lazy. While that is certain true in some cases, many who become homeless are working or had been working for a long time until something caused them to lose their employment or source of income.It is very to become homeless in today's society if you are at the lower end of the economic spectrum, especially if there is no extended family. A person making $9 per hour makes about $1100 per month after taxes. A decent 1 bedroom apartment with utilities costs at least $600 per month. A cheap car payment and gas to get to work would add another $200 a month, leaving about $300 per month for food, gas, clothes, medical expenses, etc. If there are children, add additional costs for school, clothes, food and additional bedrooms.
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When this happens, St. Anne's is there to help.
Men's Shelter
St. Anne's main men's dormitory has beds for 80 men. There is smaller dormitory with 12 beds that is used by those who work the night shift, and 5 rooms with two beds each form use by those in transitional programs. These dormitories are on the second floor. Check in is between 6PM and 8PM with beds being offered on a "First Come, First Serve" basis for those who are not in one of our programs. All men are required to shower each evening and checkout is at 6AM. If someone has a job with non-regular hours, we will work to accommodate that individual.Woman's Shelter
The main women's dormitory is on the third floor and has 12 beds. There are also 3 family rooms that are used for mothers and their children, a laundry, and showers.Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
Sat-Sun 12PM-5PM
Toothpaste Toilet paper Women's deodorant Disposable razors Cleaning Supplies
High Eff Laundry Detergent Formula 409 Clorox Pine Sol Meat Items
Hamburger Chicken Bacon Ham Hot Dogs Sausage Lunch Meats Turkey Other Food Items
Large Cans of Vegetables Large Cans of Fruits Large Cans of Beans Sugar Cooking Oils Seasonings Milk Juice