Security and utility deposit assistance is also available. Applicants to HIP are people who have previously been able to pay their bills, but through some temporary difficulty have fallen behind or become homeless. Applications are taken by the Department of Social Services. Ask to speak to the Emergency Services and Support intake worker. This organization helps people with emergency housing needs.
Shelter is provided for families, women, and children, with separate facilities for single men.
The Good Shepherd Alliance helps individuals get through crisis situations by providing shelter, food, clothes, financial counseling and referral to other service providers as needed.