Description:

Offers transitional housing for Lake County families who are experiencing homelessness. Also provides case management services, including:
- Life skills classes
- Employment assistance
- Educational advocacy
- Financial stability

Eligibility:

- Must be a Lake County resident
- Must meet government guidelines for low-income based on family size
- Must be currently experiencing homelessness

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

Fees vary

Intake Process:

Visit website to download application or visit office during program hours. Completed applications can be mailed to the program address and are kept on file for six months.

Documents required:
- Varies on a case by case basis. Please call for details.

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

Unit Prep Crew - Individuals or groups to assist in preparing housing units for new guest families. Tasks include cleaning and painting units. Times vary based on need.

Volunteer Maintenance Crew - Individuals or groups to assist in making minor repairs to housing units. Times vary based on need.

Volunteer Yard Maintenance Crew - Individuals or groups to care for yards, lawns, sidewalks, and driveways. Tasks include mowing, trimming, and snow removal. Times vary based on need.

Volunteer Furniture Movers - Individuals or groups with a truck or trailer willing and able to pick up, load, and unload furniture donations within Lake County. Times vary based on need. Will work around individual schedules.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Amanda Williams at awilliams@coolministries.org or 847-662-1340 x 1

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

December 2, 2024

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