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SHELTER FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

Restoration House

655 Ethel St. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30318

Restoration House is our brand new shelter for women and children, focused on serving those who have experienced trauma.

This state-of-the-art, trauma-informed shelter includes innovative spaces designed specifically for women and children in our community. Our services cater to our clients’ needs for safety, privacy, self-esteem, community, and empowerment.

Special thank you to Brian Gassell Photography for his photographs of Restoration House.

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Services

Women and children at Restoration House will receive:

  • Overnight shelter
  • Meals
  • Resource referrals
  • Medical care

Services based on availability.

Restoration House Services and Protocols

Admissions for Women and Children

Restoration House will have client intake screenings in-person on Mondays – Fridays from 8:30 am – 10:30 am. All clients will be pre-screened for eligibility. Restoration House is located at 655 Ethel St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

*Note: The number of clients admitted is based on pre-screen eligibility and bed availability. Please see below for additional information regarding admissions procedures.

General Requirements

• Be over the age of 18 unless accompanied by a mother or legal guardian

• Agree to abide by all guidelines and fully participate in all program activities

• Be fully detoxified with at least 72 hours since last use of drugs or 24 hours since last use of alcohol

• Be mentally and physically able to exercise proper personal hygiene and self-care, perform task assignments, and participate in all program functions within a non-medical, non-psychiatric facility

• Two-bag maximum of personal belongings for each adult, 1 additional bag per child

• Clients must fully be able to participate in services, therefore, clients that are working or in school are not eligible for a bed at this time.

Our staff works hard to keep this a safe space for all clients. Privacy is important and your information is confidential.

Health and Safety

You are expected to participate in testing for COVID-19 and tuberculosis while here. This testing is provided free of charge by community partners, and testing will either take place onsite or you will be transported by staff to a community partner offsite on your scheduled testing day.

Services

• Once you receive a bed at Restoration House, you will have the opportunity to receive 30 days of services to help you with basic needs. Services include overnight shelter, meals, showers, clothing, and laundry.

• We also offer classes designed to inform and inspire you to pursue opportunities within Atlanta Mission such as our Make Progress and @Work programs as well as referrals to external resources to best meet your needs. Our hope is that you experience the love of Christ through your experience with us.

Leaving Campus/Passes

Clients must have an approved pass in order to leave campus outside of free time. Passes are only given for medical appointments, legal appointments, and other appointments related to getting documentation for housing, etc. Please show proof of your appointment.

Stories from Women and Children

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In addition to giving online, you can also give by mail or by phone at 404-350-1301.

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In addition to giving online, you can also give by mail or by phone at 404-350-1301.