A visually impaired man came to the Homeless Shelter from another state. He had no money and no place to live. After helping acquaint this man to the Shelter, we worked with him to resume his Social Security benefits, apply for food stamps, and find services to accompany his disability. Within his 3 week stay, we helped this man line up an appointment with Services for Visually Impaired, get approved for food stamps, and find a low-income apartment. Since leaving the Shelter, the man has graduated from School for the Blind and has recorded his first musical album. He remains in permanent housing and calls to continually thank the Yankton Homeless Shelter for the services we provided him. Without our assistance, this man was unsure and worried about his future. He has regained confidence and independence and says he will be forever grateful for our help. Every client served by the Yankton Homeless Shelter has a different past, and with the continued support of United Way and this community, we are able to assist men, women, and children to have a more positive future.
The Homeless Shelter is one of our agencies that addresses the basic human need of food and shelter.
The Yankton Homeless Shelter, located at 304 W 4th Street, opened its doors in June 1995 and serves approximately 90 individuals each year. The house has three separate living quarters, with the ability to house 8 + people, keeping families separate. Each client is screened and informed of the rules of the shelter to ensure the safety of the staff and other occupants. The shelter is designed to house those who are in need of temporary housing while seeking employment, those who have found work but cannot afford the initial cost of housing, and for those who have had their home damaged or destroyed.
Many individuals and families have utilized services provided by the Yankton Homeless Shelter. Not only does the shelter provide emergency assistance, but it also provides hope for those individuals who may be experiencing difficult and often life-changing situations. The importance of these services can be emphasized by giving that first-hand story of the assistance we provided one of our clients.
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