AKA:

Eddie Washington Center Bed List

Description:

Provides stable housing and supportive services for six months for homeless men to gain independence. Services include:
- Case management
- Counseling and support groups
- Financial education
- Employment assistance

Also Offers:
- Anger Management Seminars
- Budget Management
- Career Preparation Partnerships
- Clean, Drug-Free Living Environment
- Computer Training Center
- Discharge Planning
- Earn Fare - Income Opportunity
- Employment, Rental Assistance
- Laundry Facility
- Life Skills Seminars
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Site
- Nutritious Meals
- Relapse Prevention and Empowerment
- Social Service Referrals

Eligibility:

Accepts men who have a sincere desire and motivation to change their lifestyle. Eligibility for the program is determined after an application is submitted, followed up by an interview with a case manager and documentation of their homelessness. Basic entry requirements include:
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Drug and alcohol-free
- Have at least 90 days of clean time and employable

Other eligibility requirements are:
- Must present a negative TB test
- Proof of being fully vaccinated or a current negative Covid-19 test.

Note: Applicant cannot have a sexual office on their record, and they cannot be a recipient of SSI or SSDI Benefits.

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Must call to initiate the intake process.

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

HYGIENE ITEMS: Shampoo, soap, toothpaste, conditioner, dental floss, etc.
PAPER GOODS: Tissue, toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, paper plates, cups, etc.
CLEANING PRODUCTS: Bleach, disinfectant, dish soap, laundry detergent, bounce, kitchen cleaners, etc.
UTILITY ITEMS: Mops, brooms, buckets, light bulbs, hangers, laundry baskets, storage containers, etc.
CLEANING SUPPLIES
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE
TOWELS

Monetary donations are also accepted

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

October 4, 2023