Village of Hope provides safe, secure emergency housing for families 24 hours/day ~ 7 days a week. We are open 365 days a year. The environment that a family experiencing homeless comes into is very important. We work to create a calm, safe environment in which families can build a future. Families can stay with us for 90 days, as long as they are actively looking for housing. Each family has their own apartment. This preserves the family unit and provides privacy. - Emergency shelter - Meals - Laundry facilities - Shower facilities - Information and referral - Advocacy ?

Medical services including: - Acupuncture - Chiropractic services - Foot clinic - General medical care - Mental health diagnosis and treatment services - Optical including vision screening

A joint project of Legal Aid Society, HOME Line and Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services. Provides legal advice for tenants whose landlords are going through foreclosure and may be facing eviction. Can also provide legal representation to the tenants in court regarding the foreclosure and possible eviction.

Trained volunteer advocates work one-to-one with individuals to help them achieve stability and greater self-sufficiency through services that include: - Accountable relationships - Teaching the skills needed for self-sufficiency such as financial management, interviewing, organization, gaining and maintaining stable housing, social skills, self-care, making appointments, and self-advocacy - Referrals to community programs and services - Self-development opportunities NOTE: Participants are expected to make and keep appointments with their advocate at least once a month. Resources are available to support actions taken towards stability goals.

Temporary emergency lodging for individuals and families who are homeless including: - Dinner - Sleeping accommodations - Light breakfast - Lunch - Showers - Guests must be assessed by the GRACE House Director or supervisor prior to acceptance at GRACE House - Guests will not be accepted after 8 pm - Overnight accommodations may be needed until assessment can be done - Day services available for registered guests - To volunteer please contact Grace House at (218)326-2790. Volunteer training is held the 2nd Monday of each month at 5:30 pm