The Open Shelter, Inc.

Services

Basic services include a legal mailing address, food pantry, clothing room, and access to telephone, copier, and fax machine.

Bag Lunches are prepared and delivered by the dedicated volunteer groups who have been part of our meals program for years. On a daily basis, meals are provided to 100 people.

Lunches are prepared off-site and transported by dedicated volunteers. On a daily basis, meal groups provide lunches for 100 people.
Dinners are also prepared off-site, transported and served by dedicated volunteer groups. Meals are served on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings through Broad Street United Methodist Church
- To make arranges to provide meals, please contact Harry Yeprem during regular business hours

Financial Management Services include:

Individualized Safety Bank Club savings and financial management accounts
SSI Payeeship Program, assisting homeless and recently homeless persons needing third party money management for Federal Entitlements. The Program assumes this responsibility until a permanent fiduciary agent and support system is in place
Entitlement Coordination assists homeless persons applying for disability benefits

Housing Options Services including:

Advocacy and Assistance securing Supportive Housing
Advocacy and Assistance securing Public (Subsidized) Housing
Landlord/Tenant Mediation and Advocacy
Advocacy and referral for Shelter Access
Advocacy and Referral for AOD and Mental Health residential treatment.

More information on services here!