Five years ago this month, the Union Gospel Mission opened the Crisis Shelter for Women and Children at 1234 E Sprague. In its first year, the Shelter averaged 127 guests per month compared to 238 in 2011. Women and children make up the fastest growing segment of the homeless population – both in Spokane and throughout the country. The Crisis Shelter provides an immediate alternative to life on the streets or staying in an abusive situation while helping women find more permanent solutions. Many of the guests transition to long-term recovery at Anna Ogden Hall.
Director Rich Schaus, who opened the Shelter in January 2007, believes deeply in its purpose: “The women and children who come to the Crisis Shelter often come fearful and hopeless. Our intention is to reflect Christ to them so they might become hopeful and fearless.”
Our sincere thanks to all who have helped (through extensive volunteer hours and/or financial support) to make this refuge of comfort possible in the midst of chaos and despair.
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