Homelessness
Center of Hope
469 Marietta Street
Atlanta, GA 30313
404-486-2700
Purpose Statement
The purpose of The Salvation Army Metro Atlanta Center of Hope emergency and transitional housing facility is to provide strategic intervention, refuge, and safe lodging for homeless men, women, and families with children in crisis. Our focus is to provide emergency, transitional, and recovery programs that empower people of all ages to begin their transition to stable independence by discovering and overcoming the root causes of their homelessness.
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HOUSING PROGRAMS PROVIDED:
Cold Weather Program: When the weather is below 40 degrees and if the applicant is not intoxicated.
Emergency Assessment Program: Individual applicants can access this program for a 30 day stay, once in a twelve-month period. Applicants must be homeless and need to present a valid form of identification.
Family Emergency Program: Applicants must be the head of household with documented proof of custody of children. Applicants can stay up to 60 days, once in a twelve-month period. Applicants must present a valid form of identification.
Supportive Emergency Program: Applicants can stay up to 90 days, must be homeless, need to present two forms of identification, and must have an income or sponsorship.
Re-entry Program: Applicants can stay up to three months and must be referred by the State Board of Pardons and the Paroles Housing Coordinator.
Harbor Light Drug Treatment: Applicants are entered into a 90-day program, must be homeless or referred through U.S. District Courts, must have qualifying medical paperwork prior to entry (call for details) and must complete a screening interview prior to entry. Most beds are fee-based, some are free or sponsored.
Rapid Rehousing Programs: Rapid Rehousing programs are designed to provide services to those who are in need of obtaining permanent housing or maintaining current housing. These services include financial assistance and a referral to the Furniture Bank (if needed), determined on a case by case basis. The Home Again program provides assistance to families that are categorized as either homeless, at risk of becoming homeless or are at imminent risk of losing their current housing. The Housing Stability program provides assistance to singles that are currently residing within The Salvation Army Center of Hope on a referral basis. The DeKalb Rehousing program provides assistance after a coordinated assessment with security and utility deposits.
Supportive Emergency Family Program: Applicants must be the head of household with documented proof of custody of children. Families can stay up to 90 days and must have income or sponsorship.
Veterans on the Move: Applicants can stay up to two years and must be referred through the Veterans Administration Homeless Program.
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Homelessness Services in Metro Atlanta
The Salvation Army is committed to providing long-term and temporary shelter and support to individuals and families in our community who are experiencing homelessness. Our local office offers a variety of programs and services designed to help people overcome homelessness and rebuild their lives.
Many communities have emergency homeless shelters to provide a safe and secure environment for unhoused individuals and families to stay while they seek stable housing. We offer essential services such as meals, clothing, and hygiene supplies. Our dedicated staff and volunteers are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
Beyond emergency shelter, we also provide a range of programs to help area individuals and families transition out of homelessness. These may include case management, job training, and housing assistance. By providing comprehensive support, we help address the underlying contributors to housing insecurity so that individuals and families can achieve greater stability and build a brighter future.
If you or someone you know in the community is experiencing homelessness, please reach out to our local office for assistance. We are here to help.
How You Can Help
There are many ways to support The Salvation Army's local homelessness services:
- Volunteer: Share your time and skills to help with different activities. You can serve meals, provide child care, or assist with office tasks.
- Donate: Your gift helps us provide essential services to those in need.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Homelessness can happen to anyone.
Stats
10,075,059
nights of shelter were provided in 2024
75,251
individuals and families received assistance and help with permanent placing/housing in 2024
302
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