Resource Binder
Homelessness Resources
Coordinated Entry Information
Navigators should follow the chart to determine where to refer patients looking for housing:
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If a patient is eligible for coordinated entry, they will have to fill out the VI-SPDAT. They can fill it out at The Beacon:
The Beacon
615 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30 AM- 2:30 PM in Office 102
Monday- Friday 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM in Office 201
Call (608) 826-8019 if you have questions.
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If a patient meets eligibility requirements for Community Action Coalition (CAC), they will have to visit a housing resource desk at one of the following locations:
Click HERE for more information
Street Outreach Providers
About this resource: This list is intended to help assist in making the appropriate referral for someone experiencing unsheltered homelessness. This list is not intended to help in emergency situations. These Street Outreach Services include:
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Access to services such as medical, mental health, and AODA treatment, employment, and long-term supportive services
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Connection to housing including Coordinated Entry System assessment and referral
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Connection to basic needs resources including survival gear.
Click HERE for list of street outreach providers
Madison Homeless Resource Guide
About this resource: This link provides LOTS of resources for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Click HERE for brochure
Dane County Department of Human Services Emergency Assistance Grant
Phone number: 608-242-7458
About this resource: Provides a one-time payment that can help low-income parents pay and emergency housing or utility-related expense
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Pay utility bills if your heat, electricity, sewer, or water service has been turned off
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Pay a security deposit on a new apartment if you have been evicted
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Stop an eviction from current apartment
**Cannot be used for past-due energy applications
Who can use this resource? Low income individuals who have at least one child in the house and are facing an emergency.
Emergencies include:
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Fire, flood, or natural disaster
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Homelessness or impending homelessness
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Energy Crisis
**You may not apply if you have received an Emergency Assistance payment in the last 12 months.
Next Steps:
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Head to the Dane County Job Center to meet with an Emergency Assistance worker.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Ave. Suite D
Madison, WI 53715
Open: Monday-Friday 7:45 AM- 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM- 4:30 PM
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Bring required documents (EmergencyAssistance_Checklist).
Overnight Shelter Information
Click HERE for Emergency Shelter Resources in Dane County.
Emergency Family Shelter // Salvation Army
Phone: (608) 250-2298
About this resource: The Emergency Family Shelter welcomes homeless families seeking immediate overnight shelter. In addition to shelter, families are offered meals, shower/laundry facilities and case management. Transportation to/from school may be arranged fir school-aged children.
Who can use this resource? Families experiencing homelessness seeking immediate overnight shelter.
Next Steps:
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Families must call the shelter before noon and express need for shelter that evening. Call will be returned between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to confirm or deny space in the shelter for the evening.
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If you do not have a phone, you can submit your name in-person at the Salvation Amy of Dane County.
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Families sign-in for the shelter at 4:00 PM
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Families who are approved for the shelter are invited to share dinner with us at 4:30 PM.
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All families must exit the shelter by 8:00 AM.
**Salvation Army asks for identification (IDs and Social Security cards), but it is not necessary to enter the shelter.
Phone: (608) 250-2298
About this resource: The Single Women’s Shelter is for women experiencing homelessness. The Women’s Shelter provides temporary nighttime-only shelter to single homeless women (age 18 or older) and may accommodate up to 45 women per night. An individual’s stay is limited to 90 nights per year and case management is available. Residents are provided meals and have access to shower/laundry facilities.
Who can use this resource? Single women (age 18 and older) experiencing homeless
Next Steps:
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Sign-in is at 4:30 PM each day.
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If a woman is working at the time of sign-in, she may call to reserve a bed at (608) 250-2226 by 4:30 PM. Proof of employment may be required.
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All women exit shelter by 8:00 AM every morning.
Men's Emergency Shelter // Porchlight
Phone: (608) 257-2534
About this resource: Porchlight provides emergency overnight shelter to male-identified individuals over the age of 18 at its Drop-In Shelter and two overflow shelters. Guests receive two meals per day, personal hygiene supplies, access to showers and laundry facilities, and case management services. Shelter hours are from 5:30 PM- 7:15 AM every day.
Who can use this resource? Male-identified individuals over the age of 18.
Next Steps:
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Intake for all three shelters is at Grace Episcopal Church from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM:
116 West Washington Avenue
Madison, WI
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Requests to enter the shelter after intake has ended are subject to the late entry policy. You must receive prior approval by calling (608) 255-2960 before 8:00 PM on the day of late entry.
Click HERE to view Porchlight’s Policies and Procedures
Briarpatch Youth Shelter
Phone: (608) 251-1126 or (800) 798-1126
About this resource: The Briarpatch Youth Shelter provides shelter ad other services to homeless or runaway youth, or youth at risk of separation from their family due to conflict or other reasons. The shelter has eight beds and welcomes youth of all gender identities ages 12-17. Aside from offering shelter, they offer individual counseling, family counseling, case management, and a 24-hour help line.
Who can use this resource? Youth of all gender identities ages 12-17
Next Steps:
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Call (608) 251-1126 or (800) 798-1126 to check bed availability or to ask any other questions about the shelter.
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Admissions are accepted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Transportation to the shelter is available as needed.
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Briarpatch Youth Shelter
2720 Rimrock Road
Madison, WI 53713
Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS) Shelter
Phone: (608) 251-4445 or (800) 747-4045
About this resource: DAIS is the only domestic violence shelter in Dane County. The Shelter provides a safe place to stay, as well as food, clothing, and personal care items for shelter residents during their stay. Shelter residents can work with an advocate who can help them find housing, jobs, and connect them to other community resources during their stay, which can last up to 45 days. Residents also have access to legal, support, counseling, and medical and social services.
Who can use this resource? Anyone experiencing domestic violence
Next Steps:
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Call the DAIS helpline at (608) 251-4445 or (800) 747-4045 to find out more about shelter availability. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
2102 Fordem Ave.
Madison, WI 53704
Vinny's Lockers
Phone: (608) 205-8276
Website: https://svdpmadison.org/vinnys-lockers/
Time: Vinny's Lockers is open on Wednesdays, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM or by appointment
About this resource: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Madison has reopened the Vinny's Lockers program that provides storage of goods for people experiencing homelessness. Participants may use up to 2 large storage bins and a secure file for papers and are asked to check back within 60 days of storing goods. Storage time is regularly extended for clients using the program. Food, weapons, and drugs are not accepted.
Who can use this resource? Anyone, no referral needed
Location: 1312 Culmen St., Madison, WI (Accessible through Madison Metro on Routes 4 and 47)
Day Shelter Information
The Beacon
Phone: (608) 826- 8040
About this resource: The Beacon is a day shelter that provides a safe shelter for people who are homeless 7 days a week from 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. They offer the following services:
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Light breakfast, coffee, and daily lunch
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Private showers and restrooms
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Laundry
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Mail center, phones, copier, and fax
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Day storage
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Preventative healthcare
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Private family areas
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Mental health counseling
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Case management
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Transportation between night shelters
Who can use this resource? Anyone experiencing homelessness
Next Steps:
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Visit the Beacon at:
615 E. Washington Ave
Madison, WI 53703
**Enter at back of building on E. Main St.
Bethel Lutheran Church Homeless Support
Phone: (608) 257-3577
About this resource: Bethel Lutheran Church offers support groups, computer lab, telephone access, clothing, information, games, a small library, bathrooms, hygiene products, hot coffee, conversation, book group, and a safe space. Volunteers can also assist with resume writing, job applications, housing applications, medical and legal referrals, applying for public benefits, obtaining IDs and much more.
Who can use this resource? Anyone experiencing homelessness (regardless of religious affiliation)
Next Steps:
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Visit Bethel Lutheran Church at:
312 Wisconsin Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
Hours: Open Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM
Off the Square Club
About this resource: Off the Square Club to serve the community as a daytime resource center to anyone living with a mental illness- whether you are homeless or have a residence. They provide individuals with a daily hot meal and access to a TV, phone, computer, and laundry facilities. They also offer peer support and counseling, employment search assistance, crisis stabilization services, resource assistance and referrals, and structured activities.
Who can use this resource? You must be at least 18 years old, a Dane County resident, have a primary diagnosis of mental illness and agree to a criminal background check.
Next Steps:
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Visit the club at:
Off the Square Club
322 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI 53703
Hours: Monday- Friday at 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Healing Health Inc.
About this resource: Healing House, located in Madison, is an 8-bed facility, providing 24/7 recuperative care by medically-trained staff and volunteers for up to 28 days. Three meals a day and child care assistance are provided. In addition, case management, provided by The Road Home Dane County, helps to end the cycle of homelessness and locate permanent housing.
Contact Information:
For general general emails regarding Healing House can be sent to healinghouse@justdane.org
Calls regarding referrals can be made to 608-575-8831.
For Navigator Contacts:
Contact Kathy Eckenrod, interim Healing House Coordinator is 608-513-4364.
She can also be reached via email at kathy@justdane.org