Emergency shelter:
Our Facebook group link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1911415212438393/
Our very limited emergency shelter program teaches personal responsibility and gives accountability for sustainability as clients rebuild their lives to become productive members of our community.
So that being said,
--For anyone/all that complain about the $20/night=fee that we charge for shelter.......................... we have showers, laundry, TV, stove/grills to cook food, running water, etc and you are part of the family (not just a file number)----always a couch, cot, floor space available, or even outdoor space- (to throw a pop-up tent) if you seek very emergency resting place at only$10/night---------
--We do NOT get any federal or state funding, our fees go directly to cover our operating costs.
--We do NOT make anyone come out to use our shelter services---there are rules here that have to be followed--everyone gets a handbook rule sheet (p1 in "Files") to sign along with the initial application (pgs 2-3 in "Files")---no surprises anywhere from our end.
So saying all that--here are some of our "shelter" competitors:
1. The Salvation Army:very limited beds for the men, women, and families. you have an individualized case plan, you have to be out by 8am every day, check-in is not till 4:30pm, must be able to pass breathalyzer and drug test, mandatory weekly life skills class, daily employment slips, etc.2. Pilot Truck Stop:Cost for Prime Parking at the local Pilot Truck Stop ranges from $12-$15 a night depending on the location. To confirm costs and reserve your spot, visit www.pilotflyingj.com/prime-parking or call us at 877-866-7378.
3. Cedars of Lebanon:
-Reservations for camping may be made online or by calling the park. For camping, the entire cost of the stay plus taxes and reservation fee must be paid at the time of the reservation. Rates: $25 — $35 a night. Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change. $5 reservation fee per site is non-refundable.-The park has a total of 87 campsites, all with picnic tables, grills and electric and water hookups. Three bathhouses provide hot showers and bathrooms. There is a laundromat and a dumping station for self-contained camping rigs. The campground is open year-round. Maximum stay is two weeks. No primitive camping at Cedars.4. Smyrna KOA:
-tent area closed Oct 1-Mar 31, tent area is $31-35 +tax per night, weekly and monthly available. -other pricing: 50 Amp Full Hookup Sites Daily $37.00 + Tax, Weekly $222.00 + Tax Monthly $525.00 + Tax, 30 Amp Full Hookup Sites Daily $35.00 + Tax Weekly $210.00 + Tax Monthly $500.00 + Tax, 50 Amp Water & Electric Sites Daily $35.00 + Tax Weekly $210.00 + Tax, 30 Amp Water & Electric Sites Daily $33.00 + Tax Weekly $198.00 + Tax, Tent Sites- Water & Electric-Daily $31 + Tax , No Hookups Sites- Daily $29 + Tax5. Halfway houses charge a deposit, more in weekly fees (most $150+), mandatory classes, and work requirements. (see information in the Transitional Housing List in "Files".