Atlanta Day Shelter for Women and Children, Inc

http://www.atlantadayshelter.org/

655 Ethel Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30318


Mission Statement

The Atlanta Day Shelter for Women and Children is an ecumenical ministry whose mission is to ease the burden of homelessness for women and children by providing basic and daily necessities while respecting their human dignity. The Shelter is committed to assisting individuals in their resettlement and independence.

History

The Atlanta Day Shelter for Women and Children was opened in 1984 to serve as a home and resource center for homeless women and children. It is a Christian organization whose basis and foundation is the love of God. This is an ecumenical ministry supported by many different churches, businesses, organizations, and individuals.

Women and children seek refuge at this shelter for a variety of reasons: lost jobs, eviction, estangement from family, escape from abusive relationships, and many other tragic circumstances. The Atlanta Day Shelter offers a secure place where the anonymous are called by name and are loved and respected. Through the dedicated efforts of professional counselors, staff, and volunteers over 6,000 women and children annually have been assisted towards more independent and productive lifestyles.

As a result of the many services and resources that flow through this ministry, many women and their children now occupy their own homes instead of living in the shelters.

Job Counseling:
You must sign up at 8:00 at the front desk to ensure that you are seen

• Provide assistance with job searching and job interviews.
• Marta assistance to go to those with job interviews (verification needed).
• Marta assistance to get to work; MARTA cards for new full-time jobs (verification needed), if supplies are available
• Phone numbers of job lines; job leads and web sites provided.
• Information about education; referrals to training programs; limited educational funding provided to assist with books, tuition and supplies.
• Will send off for out-of-state birth certificates if needed for employment and/or housing purposes only, must have letter from housing department and/or employer. This is a one-time offer.
• Will assist with Social Security cards.
• Will provide funds to pay for GA ID’s. This is a one-time offer.
• Ga. Dept. Rehabilitative Services
• Ga. Dept Labor (jobs—leads)
• Resource Room for resume writing and to practice typing.
• Job Readiness tapes available through Job placement counselors and classes to be announced.

Social Services: (See social worker for additional assistance)

•Assistance with locating affordable housing
•Counseling
•Food pantry
•Limited rental assistance - Must have the following: a full-time job or receiving disability/SSI, drug free, a signed lease, and rent must be under $600.
•Furniture and other household items
•Referrals to Partner Agencies
•Resources information
•Marta transportation for appointments only

Children Services:

•Daily structured activities
•Parenting classes
•Children and baby supplies
•School supplies
•Tutoring
•Pre-teen and young adult computer labs
•Summer camp opportunities
•Marta transportation assistance

Educational Services:

•Computer classes
Basic: A basic look at the computer and Microsoft Word
Intermediate: Using several functions of Word templates to build a resume, report writing, etc.
Excel: An in-depth look of Microsoft Excel
•Marta assistance to Shelter

Other Programs:

• Free Health care: Mercy Mobile (non-insurance and Medicaid): Mon/Wed-- Sign up at 9:30 in the dining area.
• Community Advanced Nurses (children only)
• One-on-One Psychiatric Counseling
• Bible Studies – Throughout the week
• Legal Clinic
• Dual Diagnosed Counseling (alcohol/drugs and mental health)
• Substance abuse Counseling & Referral
• Social Security Benefits Counseling
• Circle of Friends meetings

Other Available Services

• Breakfast -- 8am – 9am
• Lunch –- 11:45am – 12:30pm
• Showers -- 9am - 2pm
• Laundry -- 9am - 2pm
• Clothing Closets -- 9:30am - 12:45pm: Adult and children — Open Monday – Friday.