Shelters

The CHATT Foundation operates 3 shelters designed to provide temporary shelter, support, and case management for homeless men, women, and children. 

The Maclellan Shelter for Families (MSF) is an emergency shelter for families with minor children who are homeless. These clients stay at the shelter for 90 to 120 days, working through a case plan to reach their goals, gain permanent supportive housing, and ultimately achieve self-sufficiency. This Shelter serves families with children as small as newborns up to 21 years of age. At MSF, we cater to all family structures, supporting single mothers, single fathers, blended families, and more.

Ideal Volunteers: Individuals or small groups willing to interact with homeless families and willing to assist staff with daily operations.

Volunteers are also encouraged to play games and lead activities for the families. Volunteers are encouraged to assist with any school work the children may have. Volunteers are permitted to play any outdoor activities in the courtyard with the families.

***THIS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY REQUIRES A BACKGROUND CHECK***

St. Catherine’s Shelter for Women and St. Matthew's Shelter for Men are overnight program shelters for homeless women and men. These clients stay at the shelter for 3 to 6 months, working through a case plan to reach their goals, gain permanent supportive housing, and ultimately achieve self-sufficiency. These 9-bed shelter provides private living quarters, in which clients can sleep nightly, and are provided a small room, have access to a shared living room, laundry, bathrooms, and kitchen. This Shelter serves individuals who are established in one of the following programs: CHATT Foundation’s 90-day job training program, VIP addiction recovery with Homeless Healthcare, and CHATT Foundation’s Permanent Supportive Housing.

Ideal Volunteers: Volunteer(s) who are willing to stay overnight in the shelter and are interested in supporting homeless men and women. 

Volunteer(s) are provided a private room with a private half bath. This room comes equipped with a twin bed, bed linens, pillows, and Wi-Fi access. Volunteers may also use the shared living room TV, and the shared kitchen’s fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee maker.

Volunteers are also encouraged to interact with shelter residents. Using the shared living spaces, volunteers can connect with the residents and participate in activities like card games, dinners, movie nights, etc.