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Mamma’s Hands is more than just a shelter for homeless moms and kids—it’s a transformative program designed to help families make lasting, positive changes in their lives. Our goal is to provide the support and tools they need to rebuild and create a stable, hopeful future.

Eligibility

Mamma’s Hands offers a safe and structured home for women and children in crisis, providing support services aimed at helping them achieve long-term stability and independence. To qualify for admission to the House of Hope, you must meet the following criteria:

Homelessness

You must be homeless or at risk of becoming homeless within 72 hours.

Parenting

You must be pregnant or have custody of at least one child under 18 (for girls) or under 12 (for boys), with custody for at least 4 days a week.

Safety

You must not require a confidential location.

Criminal History

No convictions for violent crimes, arson, or sexual offenses.

Living Situation

You must be comfortable living in communal living and a shared environment with both male and female staff/volunteers.

Sobriety

You must be willing to adhere to a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol.

Background Checks

Agree to undergo a background check, urine analysis (UA), and random testing during your stay.

Confidentiality

You must agree to maintain the confidentiality of both the shelter and other residents.

Collaboration

Willing to sign information release forms as required by your case manager.

Participation

Actively participate in case management, required meetings, and skill-building classes.

Next Steps

Commit to enrolling in school, employment, domestic violence support, or substance abuse services within 30 days.

Childcare

Enroll children over 1 year old in licensed childcare within 30 days.

Child Evaluation

Have children under 3-year-old evaluated by our partner agency to assess developmental and behavioral needs.

Agreement

Read, agree, and sign to follow all House of Hope rules, policies, and procedures.

If you meet these criteria and are ready to make positive changes in your life, we’re here to support you on your journey.

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A Safe Haven for Survivors

Mamma’s Hands is unable to provide immediate crisis assistance.

If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

If you are in need of immediate emergency shelter please call 2-1-1.

If you need help with a crisis please call the Crisis Connections’ 24-hour Crisis Line at (866) 427-4747.

If you or your family need safe shelter, please use the resident application below or contact our intake line at 206-915-2073 if you lack internet access.

Resident Application

House of Hope: Help We Provide

We provide safe, confidential, short-term housing for survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and homelessness at our 13-room emergency shelter.

Our shelter serves individuals and families who are fleeing intimate partner abuse, trafficking, or unsafe living conditions and are at high risk of harm. It offers a secure, confidential space for those in immediate danger seeking refuge.

With trauma-informed care at the core, we provide comprehensive advocacy and support, including safety planning, stable housing solutions, and access to vital resources to help survivors rebuild their lives free from violence, trafficking, and homelessness. When space becomes available, our staff will conduct phone screenings to ensure immediate assistance. As availability can change, we do not maintain a waitlist.

If you or your family need safe shelter, please contact our support line at 206-915-2073 to check for current openings