Eligibility

Open Door program serves homeless persons who are without permanent housing, who live on the streets, stay in shelters or missions, single room occupancy facilities, abandoned buildings or vehicles, or in any other unstable or non-permanent situation. An individual may be considered to be homeless if that person is "doubled up," a term that refers to a situation where individuals are unable to maintain their housing situation and are forced to stay with a series of friends and/or extended family members. In addition, previously homeless individuals who are to be released from a prison or a hospital may be considered homeless if they do not have a stable housing situation.

Clients are seen on a walk-in basis or by appointment. No referral is needed. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday and Friday 9a.m.-Noon and 1-4p.m., and Wednesdays 9a.m.-Noon, Thursdays 10:15a.m.-Noon and 1-4p.m.