Services the Bedford Men's Warming Shelter Provides
Hours of Operation:
As a low-barrier shelter for homeless men, all are welcome to use our facilities. A low-barrier shelter is one which minimizes barriers such as paperwork, waiting lists, and other requirements, while still maintaining rules which ensure a safe environment for all. The Shelter operates from November 1 through March 31 each winter. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests leave at 9 a.m. the following morning.
Each guest is provided:
In addition to these basic human needs, staff and volunteers offer direct assistance or as appropriate referrals for:
Resources and Collaborators:
As a low-barrier shelter for homeless men, all are welcome to use our facilities. A low-barrier shelter is one which minimizes barriers such as paperwork, waiting lists, and other requirements, while still maintaining rules which ensure a safe environment for all. The Shelter operates from November 1 through March 31 each winter. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests leave at 9 a.m. the following morning.
Each guest is provided:
- A safe, warm, welcoming environment
- A hot, nutritious evening meal
- Breakfast
- A sack lunch on departure
- Hygiene products
- Clothing
- Shoes
- Coats, gloves, hats
- Backpacks
- Shower facilities
- Laundry facilities
- A comfortable bed
- Besides these tangible services, a sympathetic ear and human interaction.
In addition to these basic human needs, staff and volunteers offer direct assistance or as appropriate referrals for:
- Obtaining needed identification documents (birth certificates, Social Security cards, etc.)
- Use of mailing address
- Searching for employment
- Locating permanent housing
- Securing telephones
- Enrolling in health insurance programs
- Applying for food stamps
- Seeking counseling for mental health or addiction problems
- Accessing needed medical or dental care
- Reconnecting with family members
Resources and Collaborators:
- Bedford Housing Authority
- Centerstone
- Families Forever Coalition
- Hoosier Uplands
- Lawrence County Health Department
- Lawrence County Veterans Affairs
- Shalom Center
- SPIN (Supporting People in Need)
- Wheeler Mission
- Work One
