Our programs and services are designed to help anyone experiencing homelessness connect with solutions that best fit their unique situation. Whether you need emergency services like meals and shelter, or a more long-term solution like our recovery and transitional programs, we are here to help.
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This includes any situation where your safety or someone else’s safety is at risk—such as a medical emergency, fire, violence, or if you are in immediate danger.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress, call or text 988.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day to connect you with trained counselors who can listen, offer support, and help you find resources. More resources available at 988lifeline.org.
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Learn More About Our Programs and Services:
Emergency Services
Everyone’s circumstances are unique, so our emergency services are designed to help you gain stability as you work toward a path out of homelessness.
Use the links below to discover more.
Meals
If you or your loved ones are in immediate need of food, you are welcome to join us for a meal at our Lawrence Street Community Center, open every day of the year.
Shelter
Emergency shelter is available nightly and can accommodate hundreds of men each night. If you need shelter, learn more about the Mission’s three overnight facilities.
Daytime Services
Our Lawrence Street Community Center provides a safe, drug- and alcohol-free environment as a temporary daytime solution for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Recovery
If you have suffered from addiction, abuse or other destructive habits, we invite you to join the Mission’s New Life Program to make a lasting change in your life. In the program, you are given the opportunity to overcome these challenges and develop a renewed sense of hope and identity.
“I was truly broken. The program gave me that place to get sober, establish a relationship with God, look forward, and restart.”
Tony, New Life Program Graduate
The New Life Program consists of:
- Bible study
- Counseling
- Education
- Life skills development
- Work readiness
- Case management
While in the program, participants secure a stable job and some go on to higher education. Qualifying graduates may receive a vehicle or year-long bus pass. Progress in the program brings increased responsibility and freedom, the reward of graduation and a new life!
Goals of the New Life Program
The four main goals of the program are to see long-term change in the following areas:
1) Overcoming Destructive Habits
Drug and alcohol abuse, poor financial decisions, unhealthy relationships, and other destructive habits can cause anyone to think a “new life” is out of reach. Our goal is to see New Life Program participants like you transformed by overcoming destructive habits. By immersing yourself in the program, you will receive the help you need and experience victory over life-draining behaviors.
2) Maintaining Healthy Community
In the New Life Program, you will learn to build and maintain healthy community relationships. These relationships encourage accountability and foster continued productive participation in society.
3) Maintaining Sustainable, Full-Time Employment or Equivalent Income
As you advance through the program and pursue financial goals you set alongside Mission staff, you will eventually obtain sustainable, full-time employment or equivalent income.
4) Providing For Sustainable Housing
Finally, the ultimate goal of the New Life Program is to see each participant graduate and provide for their own sustainable housing needs.
Qualifications
New Life Program participants must be:
- Men, 18(+) years old
- Free of sex offenses and current violent charges
- Physically able to do work
- Stocked with a 30-day supply of any prescribed, non-narcotic medication
- Willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing
- Serious about a life change
- Open to the message of Jesus Christ
Orientation/Candidacy
You will begin your journey as a program candidate at The Crossing, in Northeast Denver. As a program candidate, you will learn about the program, receive health and case management screenings and participate in Mission outreaches and activities.
Time Considerations
The program candidacy period begins with a 30-day restriction to the facility. After the restriction, candidacy may last an additional 90 days. As a New Life Program participant, you will be eligible for employment or school outside of the program after approximately 8 months. The New Life Program can take up to 6-12 months to complete.
Transitional Program Bridge
The Mission’s Bridge program gives men, women and families experiencing homelessness a safe place to live while they transition out of their circumstances. Our largest facility, The Crossing, gives parents with children and individuals a chance to live with support from an encouraging community while they get back on their feet.
What to Expect
The Basic Components of the Bridge program are:
- Safety: Drug- and alcohol-free facility (random UA/BA testing)
- Guidance: Attend monthly meetings with a case manager
- Education: Attend life-skills and educational workshops
- Structure: Pay all program fees on time
- Support: Counseling
Income Requirements
The Bridge program is a fee based program, which encourages participants to focus on personal and financial responsibility. At least one Bridge adult must have a verifiable minimum income of:
$770/month
for Individuals
$900/month
for Families
All participants must show that they have $100 or more of disposable income left over after expenses.
Required Documentation
Certain documentation is required at your intake interview when applying to Bridge. Please be prepared to provide the following items if requested:
- Photo IDs for all adults
- Social Security Cards for all members of your household
- Birth certificates for all children
- Marriage license or Common Law Certificate (required for couples)
- 1 month of pay stubs or proof of other verifiable income (employment must be permanent)
Official applications can be completed after the initial intake/qualification survey below. Please note, a background check is also required as part of the final application process, after the intake survey.
Please be aware there is a wait list for approved applications.
Get Started
If you are interested in achieving stability for you or your family by participating in Bridge, please start with our online inquiry form.
For more information, call 303.953.3963.
Prevention
If you need help with food, hygiene products, clothing, or other items for yourself or your family, explore our Ministry Outreach Center services below. We provide assistance to those who are struggling with poverty and at-risk of becoming homeless.
“You have no idea how much this means to me. I just moved here, and it’s helpful to have the Mission here to provide some stability while I get my footing.”
Althea
Services at the Ministry Outreach Center
Food/Hygiene
Find food and hygiene items once a month to help you meet your basic needs.
Clothing
Clothing is also available for men, women and families who are struggling.
Furniture
Case managers for approved organizations can request furniture for clients
Partnerships
Pre-approved nonprofits that serve people in need in our community.
Are you or a loved one experiencing homelessness and need immediate assistance with meals, shelter, and other daytime services? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. We’re here to help!
Have you suffered from homelessness, addiction or other difficulties and want to make a lasting change in your life? The New Life Program is free, long-term, in-house rehabilitation for men. We’re here to help you become self-sufficient.
Are you a family, senior or individual struggling with homelessness despite having employment or steady income? Our STAR Transitional Program helps families and individuals save money and transition out of homelessness.
Do you need help providing food, clothing, or other household items for yourself or your family? We invite you to learn more about our Community Outreach services available at our Ministry Outreach Center.
Printable Service Guide
Want a quick way to reference and share our services with others? Our Service Guide is a perfect way to quickly see all our services and the address of each location where those services are available.
