A Queer STL Resource Database

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19.1 Financial Resources: General

19.5 Financial Planning

A variety of programs including for housing for veterans, homebuyers and homelessness resources, and money management. www.columbiaha.com 573-443-2556 201 Switzler St. Columbia 65203

Slidedeck presented by Tent Mission STL to SQSH Helpline Trainees in July/Aug 2021, with slides 6-9 focused on resources for emergency shelter, longer-term transition, drop-in centers, and housing discrimination.

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National Hotline staffed by license counselors offering mental health support to unhoused veterans and assisting in connecting them with resources.

1-877-424-3838

· Hotline

Click [HERE](https://www.lowincomehousing.us/MO.html) for a list of low-income apartments in St. Louis. Some may require government subsidy, some have waiting lists, others are open to anyone who can pay so they should be screened for good management.

There listing several housing authority resources here.

8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

"Non-profit treatment center that provides alcohol and drug rehab services to men and women age 18 and above, including a transitional housing program that provides subsidized housing for up to one year, with separate male and female residences. Residents also receive training in employment skills, anger and stress management, depression and anxiety, as well as treatment for alcohol and drug problems. 314-631-4299 Drug and alcohol addiction. Halfway house, women, men. Self payment." https://www.harrishousestl.org/ 314-736-3362 8315 South Broadway St Louis, MO 63111

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

Job Readiness Workshops, job search strategies, more. Assists residents of St Louis County meet the terms of their probation and parole, including GED, money management, counseling, job readiness and placement. CAASTLC has comprehensive housing assistance programs which include home ownership, housing counseling, and rent or mortgage assistance. Assists residents of St. Louis County meet the terms of their probation and parole, including GED, money management, drug and alcohol, counseling, family development, job readiness and placement.

1-314-446-4431

· Phone 1

1-314-863-0015

· Phone 2

8.9 Case Management

"Scattered site transitional housing and assistance in finding housing. Must have verifiable income. We are a Lutheran ministry working with homeless families through permanent housing, counseling, and home-based case management. Humanitri provides support for prisoner families. Prisoner Family Bus Transportation. Next Steps-Ex Offender Re-entry Program.

1-314-772-7720

· General

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

__Housing Liaison Program__ __What We Do__ - Outreach to individuals in housing crisis or experiencing homelessness - Refer and transport (as needed) individuals to initial appointments to establish services for employment, housing, behavioral health, substance use, or physical health. - Directly contact potential landlords establishing relationships to make referrals for unit occupancy. - Assisting in applying for Social Security Income, Medicaid, or housing vouchers. - Help individuals experiencing homelessness meet basic needs. __Who We Serve__ - The Housing Liaison outreaches individuals who are not currently engaged in Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder services and are experiencing housing crisis or homelessness. __Accepts Referrals for individuals who:__ - Are in and are interested in staying in the St. Louis City area. - Needing but not currently receiving Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder services. - Having housing needs. __The Outreach Housing Liaison Program__ - The Housing Liaison program is a new grant funded program beginning across the state of Missouri in Sept 2021 aimed at closing the gap between homeless individuals and recourses - The Housing Liaison position is a critical outreach and engagement facilitator who assists participants in meeting their basic needs, thereby creating opportunities for further treatment and support of other behavioral healtha nd substance use goals __About Hopewell Center__ Hopewell Center grew out of a 30-year history of service. ALM Hopewell Center provides comprehensive mental health services to children and adults in the northern and central parts of the City of St. Louis and North St. Louis City. A professional metnal health staff serves a growing caseload of 2,800 patients, of which >95% are chronically mentally ill and suffering from major psychiatric disorders. __Contact Us__ Jess Boyer, BA Housing Outreach Liaison jboyer@hopewellcenter.com 314-745-9298 Brad Igel Housing Liaison bigel1@hopewellcenter.com 314-745-3922

1.3 Meal Providers

Transitional housing, food, and social services. Partially furnished apartments from $260 per month for older men. Some meals are provided. Call for availability. Sandwiches, Monday-Friday 12:00pm-12:45pm. (See the Housing Section for information about the transitional housing for men available at this location.)

1-314-535-7221

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Temporarily Closed

A prosocial, intentional, affirming and affordable living option for Trans and Queer people. The flat provides month to month deposit and a credit check free affordable living space. The flat strives to be an affirming safer space for humans to just be ourselves. The flat collects items for individuals joining the home (toiletries, food, basic needs). And items to send folks on their way (pots and pans, blankets, small furniture) The flat is a 100 year old 2 family in Dutchtown. It has a wish list on the FB page. Coordinator: Beth Gombos (they/them)

7.6 Other Transition Services

17.4 Housing Services for Immigrants

19.1 Financial Resources: General

20.3 Tips for Job Seekers

20.4 Job Postings & Referrals

28.3 Community-Building & Spaces

29.1 Social Groups & Events

30.1 Visual Arts

Assistance for first-time home buyers and more. Cultural, Educational and Business Center (Headquarters) Missouri Work Assistance. Other Programs offered through the MET Center. Provides many resources and several locations. Provides workforce development services including job training skills and connections to job opportunities. Workforce development and many other programs offered by this long time St. Louis agency. Social, cultural, artistic, youth, economic, housing and educational programs that help to promote positive and innovative changes within the metropolitan St. Louis area. Numerous programs and initiatives. There are several Workforce Development across Missouri in Arnold, The Crossings, Ferguson, Franklin/Jefferson County, St. Charles County, and St. Louis City.

Main Website

1-314-367-3440

· General

marketing@betterfamilylife.org

Scroll to the bottom of the page for quick links about buying a home, rental assistance, filing a discrimination complaint, etc. Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. Addresses Housing Discrimination

Trans Affirming

7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy

YEHS owns and manages 107 affordable rental units and provides housing and financial literacy counseling for St. Louis families and individuals. 314-436-1400 1924 South 12th Street 63104 https://www.guidestar.org/profile/43-0997910 YEHS' owned and managed properties provide low-income housing, and it provides financial literacy education and counseling to its low-income households.

Posting Associated Website

1-314-436-1400

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- This website lists subsidized or affordable apartments by zip code.

Opportunity House's mission is create a St. Louis where all young people (ages 17-24) have access to safe and stable housing.

Website Referral Form Linktree

1-314-474-7789

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info@opportunityhousestl.org

Provides housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS. An interfaith organization established in 1988, whose sole mission is the provision of safe, secure and affordable housing for people living with HIV/AIDS. Provides a complete continuum of housing options ranging from direct rental subsidy to licensed residential care units. Services available 15 Missouri and Illinois counties surrounding the metropolitan St. Louis region. Services offered: Provides housing and related services to those affected by HIV/AIDS, has many housing programs for varying situations Accessibility: Need a verified diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, proof of financial need, and should be enrolled in HIV/AIDS case management services through an agency; once you are enrolled in case management, you can be referred to DOORWAYS by health care providers, social service providers and case managers Staff completed one trans competency training with Trans Housing Initiative St. Louis in January 2024.

10.2 HIV & AIDS Care

Queer Affirming

1-314-535-1919

· General

info@doorwayshousing.org

1.3 Meal Providers

8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics

12.1 Relationship & Sexual Violence: General Resources

19.5 Financial Planning

25.2 Parenting Support – General

The largest 24-hour emergency shelter for single women and families in the state of Missouri. 110 beds and three meals a day to residents. Provides emergency shelter services designed to get families into transitional or permanent homes in under 30 days. The shelter provides comprehensive support services. Lunches are provided daily for drop-ins. Works with Affinia/Grace Hill and Washington University to provide health services. Requires referral.

Gateway 180

1 314-231-1515

· Gateway 180

1 (314) 802-5444

· Housing Resource Hotline

4.1 Public Transportation

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

18.1 Resources for Prisoners – General

Works with prison inmates and their families to provide various services. Ask your parole officer to send a referral to CJM Direct Services Criminal Justice Ministry for short-term assistance, including welcome backpacks, bus passes, clothing vouchers, etc. Free anger management classes for anyone that might need them for probation or parole. Call the main number for dates and times. Release to Rent for Veterans: Limited openings in scattered supportive housing for qualified veterans who are homeless and have a criminal record. Release to Rent: Up to a year of supportive housing for men completing long-term sentences who can work full time and are without community support. IMPORTANT: The best chance of being accepted to the rental programs is to contact them by letter at least six months before your release date, or through a referral from your parole officer. Next Steps Home-Ex Offender Re-entry Housing Program mostly for men and women who are working. "Society of St. Vincent de Paul Agency Head: Carleen Reck, Director Area Served: St. Louis The Criminal Justice Ministry of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louis Council, has the distinct and important mission of serving prisoners, victims, their families, ex-offenders, and others involved in the criminal justice system. The ministry, which was founded in 1979. Provides information, referrals, mentoring, public information and advocacy. Works with prison inmates and their families to provide various services. Ask your parole officer to send a referral to CJM Direct Services Criminal Justice Ministry for short-term assistance, including welcome backpacks, bus passes, clothing vouchers, etc. Free anger management classes for anyone that might need them for probation or parole. Call the main number for dates and times. Release to Rent for Veterans: Limited openings in scattered supportive housing for qualified veterans who are homeless and have a criminal record. Release to Rent: Up to a year of supportive housing for men completing long-term sentences who can work full time and are without community support. IMPORTANT: The best chance of being accepted to the rental programs is to contact them by letter at least six months before your release date, or through a referral from your parole officer. Next Steps Home-Ex Offender Re-entry Housing Program mostly for men and women who are working. IMPORTANT: Contact CJM by letter at least six months before release date." "www.cjmstlouis.org http://welcome.to/cjmstlouis" "Phone: (314) 881-6000 Fax: (314) 531-6712 Toll free: (877) 238-3228 Intake and Referral Line: (314) 531-SVDP, ext. 7837 314-652-8062" "100 North Jefferson St. Louis, MO 63103 1104 South Jefferson 63104" cjm99@earthlink.net Staff completed one trans competency training with Trans Housing Initiative St. Louis (THISTL) in November 2024.

1-314-652-8062

· General

info@cjmstlouis.org

"The mission of Gateway Housing First, Inc. is to provide safe, high-quality, affordable, supportive housing to individuals and families challenged by a wide range of disabilities, complex disorders and life situations who are often impacted by chronic homelessness, generational poverty, trauma and systemic racism. We own and develop permanent supportive housing units across St. Louis City and County, some of which has 24 hour behavioral health supports while others are more independent. We also administer a few rental assistance programs through the Continuum of Care. However all referrals for these programs must go through Coordinated Entry."

8.9 Case Management

Trans Affirming

teka@gatewayhousingfirst.org

__Serves:__ Youth, ages 17-19; transgender youth must stay with sex assigned at birth unless they have already physically transitioned (call for more information) __Services:__ Provides emergency housing for youth for up to 30 days and for family time-outs for three to five days; pregnant and parenting youth with children are eligible; also offers long-term residential programs. Provides transitional housing and crisis care for children who are in need of emergency care due to homelessness, potential abuse/neglect, family illness, parental stress, incarceration of a parent/guardian, etc. See "Identity-Affirming Vetting & Policies" for more info relating to equal access and gender identity.

1 314-830-6201

· Phone Number

23.1 Disability Resources – General

Trans Affirming

The mission of Horizon Housing Development Company (HHDC) is to assist in providing housing services to St. Louis City residents with developmental disabilities. HHDC provides this foundation with seven scattered buildings in the City of St. Louis. Housing is provides to individuals and families.

rcavanaugh@hhstl.org info@hhdc-stl.org

1-314-865-0383

· Main Number

21.4 Community Organizing Resources

The St. Louis County Continuum of Care (CoC) is a dedicated alliance of community leaders working to provide housing stability to struggling families and individuals in our area.

Website HUD CoC Website

ccurtner@pathwaysmisi.org

Free map-based search for home and apartment rentals, with real-time updates.

- 58 one-bedroom universally designed apartments operated by the Salvation Army. - Building was renovated in 2015. - Rents range from $425-$500. - Operates as low-income housing

Website Website

1-314-833-4040

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About Us Monroe Group is a limited liability company headquartered in Denver, CO. Stuart Heller founded the company over 30 years ago, with a single management contract for an 81-unit property. Today, Monroe Group has grown to become one of the country’s fastest-growing affordable housing property management companies with portfolio of more than 90 multi-unit properties with over 9,000 units in 26 states across the country serving families, seniors and persons with disabilities. In 2006, Monroe Group’s leadership founded Steele Properties, LLC to conduct all real estate development and property acquisitions. Mission We believe that everyone deserves a safe, decent and clean place to live regardless of income, age, or ability. We are committed to improving the communities where we live and work by providing quality affordable housing, delivering the highest standards of property management, and supporting our residents.

General

1-303.322.8888

· General

info@monroegroup.com

This is a document to centralize winter efforts. No group listed is necessarily affiliated with the other. This should be a means to get volunteers, supplies, and information to people about getting to shelter. If there are any additions or subtractions needed, please reach out to 314-323-1409 via text.

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Our Mission: Serve Those in Crisis and to Prevent Homelessness and Hunger. Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service is the largest social service provider for individuals, families, and children in the Tri-county area of St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren. Our motto is… “planting the seed of hope, breaking the chain of despair.” The Care Service works with a purpose to protect families, especially children, the elderly, and disabled, regardless of race, age, gender, or religion from the despair, hopelessness, and social injustice caused by poverty. Our vision: Safe and affordable housing is a fundamental human right, and we envision a community where not one person spends a night without food or shelter.

Helping you meet your housing needs. HUD provides housing support and uplifts communities. Let us guide your next steps to the right place. Helping you meet your housing needs. Department of Housing and Urban Development provides housing support and uplifts communities. Let us guide your next steps to the right place. Scroll to the bottom of the page for quick links about buying a home, rental assistance, filing a discrimination complaint, etc.

Trans Affirming

1-(314) 418-5400

· Eastern Missouri Field Office - St. Louis

1-(314) 539-6384

· Eastern Missouri Field Office - St. Louis - Fax

8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics

23.1 Disability Resources – General

Independence center is a community based rehabilitation program for adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses in the St. Louis area, built on the Clubhouse model of psychosocial rehabilitation. Resource that provides assistance to people with Mental Health diagnoses by enrolling them in their Mental Health Support program and then through that program, they can help with housing assistance.

info@independencecenter.org

1-314-533-4245

· General

1-314-533-4163

· Membership Screening and Enrollment

14.1 Natural Disasters

20.4 Job Postings & Referrals

Housing Assistance, Children and Family Development, Food Pantry, Adopt-A-Family, Workforce Development, Disaster Relief. The Care Service is the largest comprehensive social support agency in the region (St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren Counties.) Our mission is “to serve those in crisis and to prevent homelessness and hunger.” We offer comprehensive case management and wrap around services that connect those in need with many community partners. Together, we work to stabilize and move them toward a state of sustainability. We have the ability to address homeless prevention issues with intensive assessments and case management by a highly trained staff. We are able advocate on behalf of families in need and provide hope and the necessary foundation for getting them back on the path Our goal is to break the cycle of poverty and impact systemic change one family at a time. All of the Care Service programs are in place to help individuals and families combat the threat of homelessness, sickness, malnutrition and despair, so that they may work confidently towards sustainability and become productive citizens in our communities. The Care Service is able to assist clients in finding housing through services and activities, starting with the certification and intake process to identify the needs of each client. We also provide services that lead the household toward stability, such as with after-care planning, budgeting/credit repair, career counseling, food pantry, holiday packages, and any other services deemed critical for the household to become more self-reliant. These programs include Housing Assistance, Children and Family Development, Food Pantry, Street Outreach, and Adopt-A-Family at Christmas.

1-636-441-1302

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4.2 Private Transportation

8.1 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Networks

16.1 Legal Resources: General

The St. Louis County Veterans Program is a viable resource for veterans seeking assistance. We provide direct services and we collaborate with other agencies to address a variety of the needs of veterans in our community. Our Staff Provides Traditional case management Information Advocacy Referral services Help to obtain social services and VA benefits The Veterans Program team is active in hosting and participating in special projects and community outreach events. __Verify if current:__ 314-615-4516 / TTY: 800-735-2966 (63042) 314-625-4000 (63129) 314-615-4000 Community Outreach: 314-615-7433 9666 Olive Blvd., Suite 51063132 North County: 21 Village Square, Hazelwood, 63042 South County: 4548 Lemay Ferry Rd. 63129

veteransprogram@stlouisco.com

1-313-615-7414

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This website provides general information, street addresses, phone numbers and websites for dozens of agencies, shelters, employment resources, food pantries and other organizations throughout the St. Louis area. Click on the Menu for Categories to start your search. Or you can enter your Zip Code in the SEARCH BAR on any page. Listings are alphabetical under each category. Hotlines, clothing, household items, for Dads, Disability, Domestic Violence, Drop-in centers, employment, job training, food programs, food pantries, housing, shelters, legal services, immigrant services, mental health, substance use, utilities, veterans, youth services, mental health.

Intended for emergency managers and service providers seeking resources to help individuals, families, and communities with post-disaster housing, this one-page fact sheet describes four ACF programs that provide funding that may be used for post-disaster housing support. Grants, temporary assistance, energy assistance and support for qualifying people. Spanish version at https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/main/Recursos-para-Viviendas-tras-una-Cat%C3%A1strofe-de-ACF.pdf

14.1 Natural Disasters

21.1 Education & Advocacy: General Resources

This two-page guide describes resources and support that may be available to those who are between the ages of 16 and 24 and leaving foster care. Fostering Youth to Independence Program, Job Corps, mental illness resources, education, careers.

12.1 Relationship & Sexual Violence: General Resources

16.8 Housing Law

17.4 Housing Services for Immigrants

31.1 Resource Guides & Centers

6.5 Health Insurance

25.4 Nutritional Support

Fatherhood programs, resources, child support, court orders, debt compromise, parenting visitation, medicaid, CHIP Children's Insurance program, Behavioral health, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Programs, employment programs, Title IV Federal Student Financial Aid, public housing, housing choice vouchers, SNAP supplemental nutrition assistance program. English: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/main/ocss-fatherhood-planning-guide.pdf Spanish: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/main/ocss-fatherhood-planning-guide-sp.pdf

Fact sheet of programs funded by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and other federal government agencies. Links to learn more about and apply for SNAP Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, WIC Women Infants and Children nutrition program, TANF Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, SSI benefits Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid, CHIP Children's Insurance Program, Behavioral Health Information for Parents and Caregivers, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services, Public Housing Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Early Head Start, Child Care Subsidies

6.5 Health Insurance

Cardinal Ritter is a non-profit ministry that welcomes all faiths to its facilities. Cardinal Ritter Senior Serivces offers various programs related to affordable housing, independent living, assisted living, memory care, home healthcare, and foster grandparenting. Check the website for locations and program details.

1-314-918-2258

· Senior (60+) utility assistance

1-314-961-8000

· General

17.4 Housing Services for Immigrants

16.8 Housing Law

19.2 Financial Assistance & Relief Funds

Emergency Funds for Relocating Families and Transgender Individuals. We are maintaining a list of resources and organizations that may provide emergency funding to individuals and families impacted by anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, to relocate or to access care or services outside of your current state of residence. Many of the organizations are new and are only taking applications at this time.

24.1 Resources for Aging – General

20.6 Career Centers

24.2 Senior Living Facilities

A Christian-based senior living facility that offers: - Senior living communities - REACH short stay rehabilitation - Home & community based services - Affordable housing - Income based senior apartments - Career opportunities.

1-314-968-9313

· General

1-314-446-2475

· Aging Answers, a call-in resource for age-related questions

Easily search apartments for rent across the US and Canada.

"We provide services based on compassion, empowerment, and respect for the diversity of those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS and those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. While our programs may continue to evolve based on the needs of our those we serve, the overarching goal to support the most vulnerable in our community through difficult times will remain." Offers: - resources - transitional housing - opportunities to develop job skills and acquire education - aid in securing employment - assistance locating affordable housing - medical assistance - counseling

10.2 HIV & AIDS Care

1-217-544-5040

· General

info@fsr-sara.org

Homeowner and small business loans, credit counseling, first time homebuyer options, and more. Loans for formerly incarcerated individuals.

19.3 Financial Loans

1-314-533-2411

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Provides long-term supportive housing and services to veterans and family members. Non-profit organization that provides long-term supportive housing and services to veterans and family members. Near Highway 170.

1-314-778-9497

· Phone Number

19.1 Financial Resources: General

8.9 Case Management

19.5 Financial Planning

Provides free, in-home counseling and case management to adults age 60 and over in the St. Louis area. Help with housing, finances, benefit education and many other areas.

1-314-776-0155

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Supportive housing for persons with disabilities. "Since this property was built or renovated using funding from HUD's current Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities program or legacy Section 202 program, residency is usually restricted to households earning 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) or less with at least one adult member with a disability. Tenants pay rent based on household income. This rent is usually the highest of the following three amounts: either 30% adjusted monthly income, or 10% unadjusted monthly income, or, if receiving welfare assistance, the housing costs portion of this assistance."

First-time homebuyer's program that helps qualified families build their own home from the ground up, through a combination of volunteer and sweat equity labor. For more information, and to apply, call or visit their website.

Find low income apartments in Missouri along with non profit organizations that help with low income housing along with HUD apartments, public housing apartments, public housing authorities, and housing assistance agencies.