Since 1983, Shelter House has provided safe shelter and helped people improve the quality of their lives as they move beyond homelessness. We began in an old home in Iowa City with a capacity of 29 sleeping spaces including beds, couches, and mats on the floor. Today, Shelter House operates a 70-bed emergency shelter in addition to four homes and an apartment building through which we provide 47 permanent supportive housing units. We focus on programs and support services including housing, employment, and mental health recovery that help hundreds of men, women, and children each year to get back on their feet. We aim to be a voice for systemic community change through excellence in service, financial stewardship, and development of strong community partnerships.

Programs and services:

• Drop-in services
• Emergency shelter
• Employment support
• Eviction prevention
• Housing Stabilization
• Permanent Supportive Housing
• Mental Health Recovery
• Veterans Assistance