Mission Statement

"Opportunity House changes lives by educating, housing, feeding, and empowering people to stand on their own feet."
- Source: Emergency Shelter for all at Opportunity House website

Description

Shelter emergency shelter service includes:

• Case management services to assist with daily living activities


• Counseling to help clients set manageable goals


• Assistance with resume writing and job interviewing skills


• Mental health and drug and alcohol treatment services


• Transportation to and from medical appointments when needed (Limited assistance provided with job search)


• Money management to help clients clear old debt, learn budgeting skills and prepare for independent living by saving a portion of their income


• Around the clock childcare through the Second Street Learning Center to ensure that clients are able to work any shift


• Aftercare is available for those who move back into the community and wish to receive continued assistance from their case manager