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1111 Bluff Street, Dubuque, IA 52001

Eligibility

Admission to the shelter is based on the availability of space and interview by staff; Women must be 18 and older; children of all ages are able to stay at the shelter

Required documents

Proof of homelessness within 3 days, warrent check from local police station

Application process

Call or come to the office

Fees

None

Service area

Dubuque County, IA
Delaware County, IA
Jones County, IA
Jackson County, IA

Description

Provides a safe place for all women and children of all ages who find themselves homeless due to circumstances beyond their control. The shelter program includes assistance, food, referrals and advocacy with community services. The length of a woman's stay can up to one year in emergency shelter.However, some women can get extensions if a move to permanent housing is imminent or they may move to Maria House or Francis Apartments to continue to work on their goals.

What's Here

Providing organization

Opening Doors

Offers to serve women with or without children. Offers emergency and transitional housing services.
Operates Maria House, Teresa Shelter, and Francis Apartments