But after only one day at the shelter she was able to secure a job at a senior citizens' home, and has since saved enough money for at least one month's rent. Mid-Pinellas Homeless Outreach Inc. But Johnston is realistic. She's quite aware that her short time at the shelter is not enough to completely solve all her problems. Wednesday she turned down a garage apartment because there was alcohol on the compound. Most afternoons the house is empty.
Residents are usually out on job interviews, apartment-hunting, or working at newly secured jobs.
The shelter provides clients with free food, shelter, personal hygiene items, clothing and an array of other needs for up to 30 days. The shelter is funded mainly by donations. Recently a neighbor stopped by with a refrigerator and someone donated a much-needed bunk bed. But Rogers said there's a constant need for money. Creagan urges the public to attend the shelter's open house from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday.