Central Access Point (CAP) Helpline — 513-381-7233

• For those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness
• Information about services, check for space in emergency shelters, and be placed into housing programs
• Trained Intake Specialists determine if the caller needs shelter immediately or if they can be referred to services that prevent homelessness

City Gospel Mission — 1805 Dalton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45214 —
(513) 241-5525

Food:

• Hot breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week
• Men, women, and children

Shelter: Men only​​

• Intake is at 4:00 p.m.
• Bring a photo ID
• Be sober
• Residents must be 18+ and not on the sex offender list
• Residents are required to choose one program: Day Program OR Work Program.
• Day Program: 15 hours of classes in the shelter per week. You choose which classes you would like to take.
• Work Program: for men who are employed 20+ hours weekly. Fee of $15 per week and need to show pay stubs and proof you are saving $100 weekly.

Van Jobs:  Alternative to panhandling

• $9/hr, free lunch
• Contact: Lucas Song at (513) 439-5247

Shelterhouse

Men’s Center: 411 Gest Street, Cincinnati, OH 45203 — (513) 721-0643

• Goal: Transition into permanent housing in 30 days or less with an increase in income
• Non-dormitory sleeping quarters
• Serving three daily meals
• Individualized Case Management Support Services
• Full day treatment services tailored to each man’s specific needs
• Fully operational on site medical and dental clinics
• Daytime Programming
• Full Laundry Services

Women’s Center: 2499 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45202 — (513) 562-1980

• Goal: Transition into permanent housing in 30 days or less with an increase in income
• Non-dormitory sleeping quarters
• Serving three daily meals
• Individualized Case Management Support Services
• Full day treatment services tailored to each woman’s specific needs
• Fully operational on site medical clinic
• Daytime Programming
• Full Laundry Services

Winter Shelter: 411 Gest Street, Cincinnati, OH 45203 — (513) 721-0643 Ext. 111

• November through February shelter
• Single men and women
• Hours: 7:00pm – 6:00am

Bethany House Services — 1841 Fairmount Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45214 — (513) 921-1131

• Emergency Shelter: call (513) 381-7233 or text (513) 970-1515
• Will also provide food during the stay
• For families