Union Station Homeless Services

This is how you can pray for UNION STATION HOMELESS SERVICES:

We know that the lasting solution to homelessness is housing. As the homelessness crisis deepens due to the recent pandemic, we aim to move more individuals and families into their own homes and into the community. To do this, we need

• Communities and neighbors who welcome new interim housing and affordable housing projects in their neighborhoods, as well as funding for these projects;
• Local landlords willing to rent to tenants with a history of homelessness and a housing voucher;
• Community volunteers to work one-on-one with individuals and families who are moving into, or recently moved into, their own home to improve community integration and housing retention;
• Community volunteers to assist in a variety of roles throughout our organization, and
• Sufficient flexible funding that allows us to respond quickly and effectively to meet the dynamic needs of the individuals and families we serve.

Every day, Union Station works to end homelessness by helping clients find housing. Did you know that once someone moves into his or her own unit, the first 6 months are the most critical? During this time, our clients often experience loneliness, isolation, anxiety and depression. Our innovative Community Allies Program grew out of the realization that our residents need more than a key to their front door; they need community connection. Our volunteer community allies help each resident feel welcome and a part of their new neighborhood by engaging together in fun and meaningful activities. You can hear how this program matches up volunteers and recently housed individuals as part of the Community Allies program here:

Please visit our website (unionstationhs.org/help/volunteer) for current and available opportunities and find out ways you can be an essential part of our life-saving work.

There may be one-time or upcoming opportunities to serve this ministry. Click here to see a current list of ways to serve.