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The Emergency Lodge Homeless Shelter
Lodge staff are dedicated to connecting residents to all applicable resources to help them move torward permanent housing.
The needs of the homeless population are varied and complex.
Since 1979, the 120-bed Emergency Lodge, located at 1730 N 7th St. in Milwaukee, has provided emergency shelter to homeless individuals and families with children. Lodge staff are dedicated to connecting residents to all applicable resources to help them move torward permanent housing.
Services include:
- Case Management
- Children's Development Program
- Community & Agency Networking/Referral
- Corrections Programs
- Emergency Assistance
- Emergency Shelter & Meals
- Medical Clinic
- Housing Assistance
- Income Assessment & Planning
- Mental Health Services
- Pastoral Care
- Respite Care Program
- Social Security Benefit Advocacy Services
- Social Services
- Support Groups
- Transportation Assistance
Resident Requirements:
- Residents must be drug and alcohol-free
- Each resident is assigned a primary social worker to develop an individualized plan for self-sufficiency
- Residents must establish income, either through employment or benefits, and save a percentage of their income in preparation for their move to housing in the community
Accommodations:
- Residents stay in semi-private rooms
- Three nutritious meals are served per day
- There are laundry facilities available
how to request accommodations:
Regular Lodge Beds for Single Males, Single Females and/or Families:·
- The Lodge does not take walk-in referrals, instead utilizing Coordinated Entry/211 for screening and referrals for any openings.
- Contact 211/Coordinated Entry at (414) 773-0211 for possible placement.
Department of Corrections Beds at Lodge:·
- Individuals on probation and/or parole, should speak with their agent about next steps for possible placement at the Lodge.
Respite Program Beds:·
- Individuals with Acute Medical Needs can contact:
Respite Intake Coordinator:
Tiffany Morgan
(414 ) 265-6360 Ext. 145
tiffany.morgan@usc.salvationarmy.org
Questions?
Tate Walters
Emergency Lodge Director
(414) 265-6360
tate.walters@usc.salvationarmy.org