Shelter details
- Added Apr 20, 2021 | Last Update May 31, 2023
- 924 N Christiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
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- (773) 725-1100
FAQs
What are their operating hours?
They are open 24 hours a day.
What do they provide?
Emergency homeless assessment and rapid-response center (EHARC) to provide families facing homelessness personalized service and support.
Where are they located?
Across the street from The Salvation Army Freedom Center Campus.
How many beds are available?
75 beds available for vulnerable families on a nightly basis, and can accommodate up to 125 beds in emergency shelter situations.
Are there any other services?
- 20 bedrooms with private bathrooms and personal storage
- Laundry Room
- Cafeteria
- Counseling, Support Services, and Life Skills Training
- Assistance Obtaining Permanent Housing
- Social Service Programs
- Job Training
- Recreational and Educational Programs for the Entire Family
- Nutritious Meals and Snacks
- Treatment for Substance Abuse
Description
Open 24 hours a day.The nation's first emergency homeless assessment and rapid-response center (EHARC) to provide families facing homelessness personalized service and support.
The Shield of Hope is located across the street from The Salvation Army Freedom Center Campus.
The Shield of Hope has 75 beds available for vulnerable families on a nightly basis, and can accommodate up to 125 beds in emergency shelter situations.
Provides the following:
20 bedrooms with private bathrooms and personal storage; several rooms connect to accommodate larger families and allow them to remain together
Laundry Room
Cafeteria
Counseling, Support Services, and Life Skills Training
Assistance Obtaining Permanent Housing
Families staying at the Shield of Hope will also have access to an array of services at the Freedom Center.
Social Service Programs
Job Training
Recreational and Educational Programs for the Entire Family
Nutritious Meals and Snacks
Treatment for Substance Abuse
Question & Answers (5)
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