Homelessness Resources

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

Mary Magdalen House
1629 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 721-4811

  • Men and women
  • Private showers, toilets, vanities, toiletries, towels
  • Laundry services
  • Clothing replacement
  • Phone and mail services