Haven of Hope

Our women's house is now open! We currently can provide service for up to six single women. There, they can find a safe, supportive, Christ-centered environment for women and children to rebuild their lives; while meeting their physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs on a one-to-one basis.

The Program Director helps facilitate other services offered through Merced County Human Service agencies such as the Merced County health clinic, legal aid services, government assistance programs, child care, etc.

Statistically, Rescue Mission programs have proven successful - 65% do not return to their previous transient lifestyle. Our expectation is that 52% of our residents will move out into housing without utilizing government assistance.

It is a joy to see formerly homeless women and mothers address personal problems in a creative manner and go on to become productive citizens in the community. There are many ways that you can be a part of this ministry... prayer, financial support or non-monetary donations, volunteering, etc.

Women can expect the following from our Haven of Hope Women's Division:

Basic Services

Safe, Sober, Drug Free Environment

Bathrooms

Showers

Laundry Facilities

Nutritious Meals

Phone Access

Mailing Address

Clothing as Needed

Christ-Like Atmosphere

Prayer

Supportive Services

Christian Counseling

Case Management

Life Skills Training/Application

Biblical Foundation Classes

Medical Assistance

Career Direction

Financial Skills Education

Employment Assistance

Housing Counseling

Spiritual Wellness

6 Month Projected Outcomes

Each woman will have accepted Christ as her Savior.
Each woman will leave with an understanding of Biblical Truths and how to apply them to her everyday life.
Each woman will have developed life skills that will secure successful self sufficiency with the help of community resources
Each woman will have goals established for her life, understand what is needed to obtain those gains, be working toward those goals and have more confidence in herself and the Lord to reach those goals
Each woman will be able to remain free from self destructive behaviors
Each woman will have employment established around the 4 ½-5 month period of the program and will be establishing permanent or transitional residency outside the program
Each woman will be able to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ to non-believers and will be able to share their successes and failures to benefit the kingdom of God
Each woman will give back to the community as God leads, helping others
Each woman will be able to gain/maintain employment in order to put homelessness behind her as she becomes the woman God created her to be
Each woman will have a higher self esteem/self image of who she is in Christ Jesus
Each woman will no longer be homeless or full of hopelessness

Life Skills Application Classes will be used to demonstrate, teach and apply life skills necessary to maintain self sufficiency within the community. These topics will be applied within the classroom, as well as outside of the classroom depending on application. Class names and/or topics may change based on the needs of the program and participants.

Workshops will be offered throughout the 6 months to provide extra support in the area of daily living skills training and support. The following topics may be designed and taught as a workshop:

Cooking and Nutrition

Resume Writing

Time Management

Positive Parenting

Community Resources

How to get and maintain a Job

Dress for Success

Organization

Goal Development

Conflict Resolution

Child Care for Working Mothers

Minor Sewing

Interviewing

Journaling

Women’s Health Education

Employee/Staff Relationships

Shopping

Opportunities for Ongoing Participation:

Pray for our success in changing the lives of the women we serve.
Volunteer to teach a Class or Bible study under the direction of the Women’s Director.
Volunteer to teach a life skill or craft to women in need.
Volunteer to prepare and serve meals at Haven of Hope.
Volunteer to help with children being served at our Mission.
Volunteer to assist office staff in daily tasks.
Volunteer to assist others as a co-teacher/assistant.
Donate in-kind gifts

According to the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions, 80% of homeless individuals prefer a faith-based homeless facility. When people come to our doors seeking shelter, they are told up front that this is a Christian organization and that religious classes are required. On hearing that, some choose not to apply for residence. Others are very grateful for the opportunity.

Our Mission Statement reads: "Our purpose is to bring the hungry, hurting and homeless to new life, new goals, and a new future in Christ." In fulfilling that mission, we seek to plant a living, biblical faith in our residents hearts.

Men's Shelter Men's New Life Transformation Program

Please help us equip these families with the spiritual, emotional and educational tools
to achieve self-sufficiency for themselves and their families.

Electronic Funds Transfer

Non-Monetary Donations Automobile Donations

Will & Estate Planning Honor & Memorial Giving