Programs & ServicesThanks to our generous donors, our members have access to the following programs and services that empower them to become established in the community and improve their overall quality of life.
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Sanctuary – A daytime refuge offering safety, security, sobriety, and spiritual renewal
Living Room – A welcoming environment to reconnect with themselves and others
Community – A community of at-risk, homeless men and women in transition
Center Ownership – Previously homeless Members act as ambassadors to visitors.
Breach Café – Licensed soup kitchen offering nutritious breakfast and warm mid-day meals
Personal Care – Showers, towels, toiletries, seasonal clothing, and footwear; regular and emergency
Free Clinic – Diabetes and blood pressure screening, free referrals for vision, dental care, and more
Communication Services – A “lifeline” offering telephone, voicemail, incoming mail, and an address for voting
Learning Center – Walk-in program for adult basic education led by the Milwaukee Achievers, a library ran by a retired librarian
Employment Assistance – Resume assistance, online job search, and coaching for workforce entry
Veterans Outreach – Weekly presence of the Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative and VA medical staff
Art Therapy – Expression of feelings through various art forms led by Mount Mary University
Emergency Overnight – “Warming room” when temperatures reach 20 degrees or below
Linkages – Referrals to overnight shelters and other social services
Sleep Support – Blankets, sleeping bags, and sleeping area for second and third-shift homeless workers
Alumni Support – Furniture for members who obtain permanent housing (upon availability)
Bible Studies – Spiritual renewal
Barber - Free haircuts every Tuesday