Overnight Shelter for Single Men |
More than a flophouse or soup kitchen…
The number of homeless men has skyrocketed. Cities, including the greater Fresno area, are beginning to experience a pattern of homelessness and substance abuse -- men with no hope.
Who will help the least, the last and the lost?
The Fresno Rescue Mission has been offering overnight shelter to men for more than 58 years. Known as “The Old Lighthouse”, the Mission is a place where broken lives are put back together, living proof that there can be hope for those who had none. A place where men can discover a bright and positive future.
The shelter provides for physical and spiritual needs… a warm bed, food, clothing, personal care, spiritual counseling based on the gospel of Jesus Christ, and most importantly someone who cares and is willing to help them break the cycle of homelessness.
Our goal is "changed lives"
“from desperation” – living on the streets, in their car or in a motel.
“to seeing a glimmer of hope” – having basic needs met through our Overnight Shelter.
“to acknowledging life change is possible” – recovery, rehabilitation, job and life skills training.
“to restoration” – reconciliation spiritually, emotionally and physically with family and society.
Requirements
Tuberculosis testing is a service provided free of charge to all overnight guests by the Department of Health and Human Services of Fresno County, Broadway Plaza, 1221 Fulton Mall, Fresno CA 93721 (445-3413). Testing is offered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Results are read within 48 to 72 hours of testing (guests are responsible for following up to obtain written results). All guests must bring a copy of the test results with them at the time of their first check in. Test results will remain on file with our facility for our guests' convenience.
The use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco are not permitted on the premises of the Fresno Rescue Mission.
Schedule
| 5:00 p.m. |
- Dinner (open to the public) |
| 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
- Check In |
| 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
- Chapel Service (required for overnight guests) |
| 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
- Showers |
| 10:00 p.m. |
- Lights Out |
| 5:30 a.m. |
- Wake Up |
| 6:00 a.m. |
- Breakfast |
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| A sack lunch will be provided for all guests as they depart the premises following breakfast. |
Other Services
Mailing Address:
Guests may use the Fresno Rescue Mission address as a home address: 310 G Street, Fresno CA 93706. Guests must check for mail at least once a week, either by walk-in visit after 3:30 p.m. or by telephone. Guests may call the office at 268-0839, Ext. 0 during office hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Messages:
Guests may use the Fresno Rescue Mission telephone number as a message phone number. The front desk will post all messages on the community bulletin board, located at the front desk. Guests may check for messages at any time.
Clothing:
The Fresno Rescue Mission has a weekly clothing giveaway for all registered guests. Check with the front desk to determine time and location. Clothing will not be given away at any other times without prior administrative approval.
Current Needs
Personal care items, such as shampoo, bar soap, men's deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrushes.
Men's matching sweats (sweatshirts and/or sweat pants) - XL size (new).
Items to be used in men's Christmas packages (inexpensive watches or flashlights, bibles, notepads/pens, knit caps, scarves, gloves).
Volunteer Opportunities
Evening worship services (music, message, and/or ministering to those in need).
Pray for our guests, our staff, and our volunteers.
Assist in preparing sack lunches for the homeless.
Assist in preparing Christmas gift bags for the homeless.
Barber to cut hair.
“He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives,
and release from darkness for the prisoners.”
-Isaiah 61:1
Chaplain Jim Classen
Men's Overnight Shelter
310 G Street
Fresno CA 93706
(559) 268-0839 x0 |
