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Residents of Friendship Place’s permanent housing pay up to one third of their monthly income for rent |
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It varies. The congregation-based shelter programs limit residence to six months, though some individuals have received extensions. The limit in The Haven, a transitional shelter program for women, is one year. Our two group homes, Veronica House and Zeke’s House, are considered permanent housing for the five residents in each house, although some have moved on to independent apartments. All of the apartments served by Friendship Place are considered the resident’s permanent home. |
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Starting with outreach to people who are living on the streets and in the parks of our community, Friendship Place offers a range of services that will help them rebuild their lives. A homeless person who walks into Friendship Place finds hospitality and companionship over coffee and sandwiches, access to a telephone and mail delivery, and a case manager who will help him or her through the process of recovery. Depending on the person’s needs, the services provided will include assistance in qualifying for public benefits, healthcare, psychiatric evaluation, mentoring and, eventually, housing. |
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Everything from preparing meals to mentoring to general office work in an organization like Friendship Place contributes to helping our homeless neighbors. Volunteers play a large role. |
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It is not against the law to be homeless. Homeless people have a right to walk freely in any public place in the city. If you are concerned that the person may need help, ask if you can be of assistance. If the individual wants assistance, you can call the Friendship Place staff person in charge of outreach at 202-364-1419 from 8:30 to 4:30 Monday through Friday. If the person is clearly drunk or drugged or abusive, call 911 and inform the police. They will send a team to evaluate the person. |
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In fact, many people who are homeless are employed, but they do not earn enough to pay for housing. Further, even men and women who appear healthy may be suffering from mental illnesses, physical ailments and/or untreated substance use disorders that impede their ability to obtain or retain employment. |
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