CARITAS

Special Notes/Funding

If you are 3 days or less away from losing housing or are already experiencing homelessness, call this number: Homeless Crisis Line: 804-972-0813 This phone line facilitates access to resources and shelter alternatives.

Description

CARITAS receives all shelter placement referrals through coordinated entry. CARITAS emergency shelters are committed to providing a place of shelter and support for every individual who passes through our doors. We accomplish this through a network of partner congregations. CARITAS emergency shelter programs provide case management that focuses on developing a Housing Stabilization plan. This individualized plan identifies barriers to housing, establishes housing goals and identifies the steps that are necessary for individuals and families to exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency.

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Description

Interested participants must: Commit to a long-term, abstinence-based recovery program for 6-9 months to include a minimum of 3 months in transitional living. Adhere to our acceptable medications list. Disclose any mental health diagnosis. Bring a 30-day supply of needed/prescribed medications. Be able and willing to walk up to 5 miles per day and work various jobs in the building. Agree to not work outside of the building for money during this time.

Fees

No cost

Intake Procedure

Call (804) 230-1184 for The Healing Place for Men located at 700 Dinwiddie Avenue, Richmond, VA 23224. Call (804) 418-3049 for The Healing Place for Women located at 2220 Stockton Street, Richmond, VA 23224.

Service Area

CARITAS is committed to providing help to anyone ready to commit to a life in recovery. The Healing Place welcomes anyone outside of our service area seeking help.

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At the CARITAS Furniture Bank, we understand that paying rent is not the only financial obstacle to securing housing. We provide gently-used household essentials and furnishings to families and individuals in need in Richmond, Henrico, and Chesterfield. Clients must be referred to us by one of our Referral Partners, as we only schedule clients referred to us by our Partners. We charge a minimal program fee, and provide a volunteer personal shopper so that each client receives the items they need. Furniture and household essentials are given based on need and inventory available at the time of appointment. Depending on inventory, we are committed to providing beds, a sofa, a dining table, a dresser, and other essentials.

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Description

CARITAS Works is a job training and life skills program for men and women who have significant barriers to employment. The program consists of three components that will ultimately guide YOU to attain sustainable economic security and become productive, independent, joyful, and service-driven members of YOUR community.

Eligibility

Potential referrals should be adults who want to turn their lives around – not just get a job. Our curriculum is challenging and participants will be asked to look hard at their past lives and the choices they have made. Our goal is to empower our clients to overcome their circumstances and forge pathways to lasting success. In addition, participants must: Be able to commit to 5 weeks of classroom instruction. Be able to work well in learning groups, and willing to participate in all activities. Be willing to behave in a professional manner and adhere to the policies and guidelines of the program. Have daily transportation to 700 Dinwidde Avenue, Richmond, VA. Have stable housing during the duration of the program. Be able to read at a 4th grade level. Have a minimum of 60 days of sobriety if in a program prior to beginning of class – all students are subject to drug testing during the program and will be discharged for testing positive.

Intake Procedure

To be admitted, you will need a referral from your Case Manager and you will need to fill out an application and have an interview with a CARITAS Works staff member.

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