After Calling 2-1-1: Your Stay at Beach House Family Shelter
What Is 2-1-1?
If you need help with housing, food, healthcare, and other services, calling 2-1-1 connects you with available resources within your community.
2-1-1 is completely free and confidential. Once you call, you’ll speak to a Professional Information and Referral Specialist who will work with you to find a shelter or other services you need.
“I was treated with such dignity. I never got the feeling anyone was looking down their nose at me. They were wonderful. I had a very positive experience, and wish more people knew about 211.” – Michigan 211 Client (testimonial from www.211.org )
Homeless Shelter Availability
According to The National Alliance to End Homelessness , “Provider staff may try to help you maintain your current housing (if you have any) and resolve conflicts that are keeping you from staying there. They may negotiate with a friend or family to extend your housing and may be able to assist you with rent or utilities.”
If you cannot stay in your current housing situation, the specialist will contact homeless shelters in your local area to find one that has availability.
In Toledo, there are homeless shelters that house single men, single women, and families. Depending on your situation, you will be connected to a shelter that can accommodate you.
During this time, you may be asked questions about how long you’ve been homeless, your family situation, your income, employment history, and criminal history. You’re asked these questions to help match you to the services that best fit your situation.
Did You Know: 2-1-1 receives over 4.4 million calls for housing help each year. ( www.211.org )
If you are a veteran, fleeing from a domestic abuse situation, or a young adult alone, you may be eligible for additional services.
Once your needs and situation have been assessed, you will be referred to a shelter bed immediately or placed on a wait list.
Shelter Intake & Assessment
If you are referred to a shelter like Leading Families Home, you’ll be asked to complete an intake form and mental health assessment.
At Leading Families Home, a professional will work with you to create a personal treatment plans and goals. This is to help you find a path for your life of which you can be proud and help you achieve your dreams.
Your Stay at Beach House Family Shelter
For those who come to stay at Beach House Family Shelter , you’ll be welcomed by a staff of professionals, including Peer Support Specialists, Housing Stabilization Case Managers, Qualified Mental Health Specialists, Clinical Therapists, and Shelter Monitors.
Inside, the shelter is decorated to look like a cozy home with flowered wallpaper and paintings. You’ll find tables, chairs, lamps, couches, and a large kitchen inside.
Outside is a large yard with benches to sit and relax and a play area for children.
Find Emergency Shelter Now
For Emergency Shelter, Please Call 211
Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-650-HELP to find the help you need. Speak with a real person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is a free, anonymous, and confidential service for Toledo Area residents. All potential shelter residents must call 211 to gain entrance into a Toledo Area shelter.
You can also visit Greater Toledo 211 online at 211 Toledo/Lucas County.
Let’s Connect
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Help Us Out
Leading Families Home is based in Toledo, Ohio. We are dedicated to fighting homelessness in our community – and we’d love your help! Please consider supporting our organization in one of the following ways:
Donate Online
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Mail a Check
To donate by check, please make the check out to Leading Families Home.
Mail your check to the following address:
Leading Families Home
2283 Ashland Ave.
Toledo, OH 43604
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Matching Gifts: Double Your Donation
Every year we have a Match Campaign – an exciting way for you to double your impact. During this campaign, our match partners will match your monetary donation to Leading Families Home.
Match partners also include corporate sponsors who match their employees’ donations. If you’d like to participate, find out if your employer matches employee donations to 501(c)(3) organizations and contact us.
Host a 3rd Party Fundraiser
Do you love to plan events? You can raise donations for LFH by hosting your own event! Have fun and make an impact on our community. Ask for donations instead of birthday gifts or baby shower presents.
Remember Us in Your Will
A Planned Gift allows you to donate in a very meaningful way. Contact your financial advisor or estate planner to learn more.
