Program areas at Shelter KC
Shelter KC men's center - recovery services: Offers a program for homeless men who choose to pursue freedom from addiction and homelessness and re-enter society as productive, self-sustaining individuals. Residents complete life-skill courses, counseling sessions, bible classes, adult education and participate in church and community service projects. Graduates of the program are offered the opportunity to remain at the mission for up to two years while pursuing career and educational goals.
Shelter KC women's center: This Christ-centered resident program offers single, homeless women with co-occurring disorders the opportunity to live in a secure and peaceful environment while addressing life challenges through therapeutic counseling, case management, life skill classes, mentoring and more. Program participants pursue the following objectives: a network of support, sustained addiction recovery, sustainable mental health treatment plan, regular income, productivity through a paid job or volunteerism, and appropriate permanent housing.
SHELTER KC MEN'S CENTER - OVERNIGHT CLIENT SERVICES: This program provides homeless men with relief services, including secure, clean emergency housing, balanced meals, showers, clean clothing, healthcare, case management, counseling, support groups, chaplaincy and referrals to another agency. In addition to these services, men may receive support with their mental health needs through our Renew Mental Health Center with access to outside agencies who provide screening, medication, and counseling. Men with physical health needs can also stay in a respite space while they mend. Many who find relief through these services choose to join Shelter KC's Christian Community of Recovery described above.