Mission Statement

"To be a catalyst for growth and development for disadvantaged individuals and an instrument for change in the community, to be a human service provider in the state-the standard by which others are measured."
- Source: Temporary Shelter ant FDCH Shelter website

Description

Francis w. DAVIDSON CENTER FOR HOMELESSNESS (FWDCH) provides and/or makes referrals to those in need.

Basic services include:

• Provisions for personal hygiene
• Meals
• Temporary housing
• Non-traditional services encompass employment training and case management
• GED assisstance
• Substance abuse counseling and treatment
• Domestic violence assistance
• Medical aid
• Traveler's aid

The shelter also provides emergency food boxes to low- income families in Lauderdale County.

Distribution of food is made availiable through the United States Department of Agriculture and the Mississippi Food Network.