Because No One Should Sleep on the Street
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Union Gospel Mission Men’s Shelter 1224 E. Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202 Opened: 1951 |
Since 1951, the Union Gospel Mission has been meeting the physical needs of people in crisis. Food, shelter and clothing, however, are just the beginning. The earnestly desired end for our clients is a transformed heart through Jesus Christ – a realization that they are loved by God and significant as His children. Such change impacts every aspect of their lives: physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual.
Not every man who enters our doors, however, is in the same place. Part of the grace-based philosophy that permeates our ministry is dealing with each person as an individual. During an initial evaluation process, staff members help the men who come to us identify their short-term needs and long-term plans. Some simply need a few nights lodging in a safe, sober environment. Many more need help getting back on their feet, and the Mission has a variety of ways to do that.
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Emergency ShelterEmergency Shelter Guests typically stay for less than three months while they receive assistance during a time of crisis. If they have specific physical or mental challenges, our staff works to connect them with the appropriate resources. |
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Boot CampBoot Camp was implemented to address the needs of an increasing number of young, homeless men (18-25). Structured around physical activities, the intent of boot camp is three-fold: 1) to learn discipline; 2) to increase self-esteem; and 3) to build community. |
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The Good Worker ProgramThe Good Worker Program is for men who have expressed a desire to live in the Mission community for longer than 60 to 90 days to get their lives back on track. These men are willing to contribute to the running of the Mission in various capacities for approximately 30 hours a week. |
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Recovery & RehabilitationMen who recognize within themselves a need for life transformation and are willing to make a commitment of 12 to 16 months may join our Freedom Bound Recovery Program. |
All residents have access to three meals a day, hot showers, warm beds, a clothing room, a fitness center, recreational activities, legal advice, and medical/eye clinics.
Director Randy Altmeyer says that community is essential to the work of the Men’s Shelter: “We seek to create a family-like environment, a safe, healing community in which men can begin to work through their issues together.”
2010 Stats
- Nights of lodging provided: 49,408
- Meals served: 163,516
- Average guests per night: 135
- Total individuals served: 1,550
- Clothing items distributed: 4,293
Looking for Help?
Check-in is available 24 hours a day at the Union Gospel Mission’s guest accommodations entrance. Guests must be sober and drug-free. ID is required.
