Jackson Interfaith Shelter and Community Meals
Address
414 S. Blackstone
Jackson, MI - 49201
The Jackson Interfaith Shelter is an emergency shelter for men, women and children. The men's dorm has 32 beds and the women & children's dorm has 44 beds.
Shelter Information:
Individuals staying at the shelter must be 18 years of age or older, with the exception of minors staying with at least one parent.
Check-in times are 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm every day of the week. Please call ahead or arrive prior to check-in time.
There is no fee to reside at the shelter.
Clients are expected to be able to live independently, while understanding, and respecting the ever-changing community living atmosphere the shelter emulates. There are multiple bunk beds in each dorm, and they do not have nurses on staff.
Wake up is at 7:00 am and curfew is 8:00 pm. They encourage employment, and late passes will be provided for individuals who are employed and need to return after their shift has ended.
Community meals hours:
Every Day 7:30am, 12:00pm and 5:00pm.Donations:They can always take food donations, both food supplies and prepared food.
They do not take clothing donations, as they have a partnership with St. Vincent de Paul and the clients can get clothing there free of charge.
If you have other items you are interested in donating, please call front desk at (517) 789-8735 x0 and they will be able to let you know what they need at the time.
They have many volunteer opportunities available, from serving meals and organizing the pantry to group service projects and helping out at the front desk. Visit www.interfaithshelter.com/volunteer to see what is available and sign up for a time that works with your schedule.
If you have stayed in this shelter, how was your stay?
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