Homeless Services
1418 Washington Street East, Charleston, WV 25301
Shelter Number: 304.340.3562
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Our shelter operates 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
Jennifer Fleshman
Program Director
Support for Families in Need:
Emergency Shelter: Providing a haven for single women, families, and men with children escaping homelessness.
Comprehensive Services: Crisis intervention, case management, counseling, and children's programs empower individuals toward self-sufficiency.
Low Recidivism Rate: With a success rate well below the national average, Sojourner's helps families break the cycle of homelessness.
Job Readiness Training: The Margaret Taylor Job & Readiness Center equips all homeless adults with the skills to find employment.
Nourishing Meals: A 24/7 cafeteria offering free USDA meals ensures residents access to healthy meals.
YWCA Sojourner's Shelter stands with families on their journey towards a brighter future.
*The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits discrimination against its customers based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, political beliefs, or sexual orientation in any program funded by the Department. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, go to www.ascr.usda.gov/node/119 for details.
Our Alicia McCormick Homes provide a vital lifeline for women and children who have experienced homelessness due to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking.
This innovative program offers:
Safe and Stable Housing: Ten transitional housing apartments provide a secure living environment for families.
Long-Term Support: Residents receive up to 24 months of housing and support services to help them rebuild their lives.
Community Leadership: The YWCA Alicia McCormick Homes are the first transitional housing program of their kind in the Kanawha Valley, addressing a critical need in the community.
By offering a combination of housing and comprehensive support, Alicia McCormick Homes empowers women and children to overcome adversity and achieve self-sufficiency.
The program is supported by revenue generated by the YWCA's Past & Present Gently Used Clothing Store, ensuring its long-term sustainability.
