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 Backstreet
Upper Room Men's Shelter
Backstreet Missions provides a
short-term emergency shelter
for the homeless and extended stays for
those who are committed to setting positive goals and pursuing a
better life style. In all of our programs here we strive to help
those who want to help themselves.
The Upper Room Men's Shelter and
Backstreet Office's are located at 215 S. Westplex Ave. just north
of 3rd St. west of S. Patterson Dr. in Bloomington, IN. with easy
access to Bloomington Transit. Contact us for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is this shelter staffed by men or women?
A: Men
Q: Is the shelter full?
A: No
Q: Do you turn people away in the winter?
A: No. We turn no one away.
Q: What is the criteria for staying at the
shelter?
A: Simply being homeless for whatever
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Q:
What is the check-in and check-out time?
A: 5:00 p.m. is check-in time and 7:30 a.m. is check-out time.
Q: How long may a person stay?
A: Our usual stay is 7 consecutive days every 30 days. After 7
days, the 90 day Nehemiah Program is available. We have a
working program where the men may stay 60 days until they can
save up for housing. The "Abundant Life" program houses men up
to 1 yr. with in-depth Bible study, life skills classes, etc.
Upper Room in Men’s Shelter –
Abundant
Life Program: |
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Backstreet Mission.
We greatly appreciate
your support.
Thank you. |
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