Community Partners » Partners » Homeless Shelter

Mission statement  -  The purpose of the Yankton Homeless Shelter is to offer temporary shelter to homeless individuals and families, in a hospitable atmosphere. The shelter serves as a community outreach to individuals or families in need, regardless of sex, race, or creed. The shelter was founded on the belief that everyone deserves a home.
 

Our services

       All Services at the Shelter are free of charge

• Temporary shelter for homeless men and families
• 24 hour phone coverage
• Food and laundry service provided while a resident at the shelter
• Provides assistance for some financial and medical issues
• Assists with housing, household items, and clothing
• Provices referrals to other agencies
• Provides a self-help library of books and tapes
• Provices public transportation to residents for Department of Social Services and job services
• Provides support and encouragement to redidents
   

Director:  Carol Pooler

Phone:       (605) 260-4400 Ext. 2

Email:        Carol Pooler yanktonhomelessshelter@gmail.com

Hours:        The Yankton Homeless Shelter is open to clients from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM 7 days a week.