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The SFTSM Shelter will comfortably house up to 15 families after renovations. The standard length of <br /> stay for each family is determined by their individual needs, goals and growth. SFTSM will continue to <br /> work with families as long as they show forward movement and progress towards their exit plan. <br /> All basic living needs are provided for each family. Families will be charged program fees to be <br /> determined. Each family will have a private sleep room with beds and a closet area. Laundry is available <br /> on sight. Two meals will be served each day. Each family will be assigned a case worker "team"to meet <br /> with weekly. Case management develops relationships with our clients as they walk alongside each <br /> family. Goals, needs and guidelines will be set as that relationship grows and develops. <br /> Long-term, permanent housing is our goal for each of our families. Spiritual maturity and healthy living <br /> is key for success. We are currently working with and always looking for landlords that want to work <br /> with SFTSM and our clients for permanent housing. Case managers determine when a family is ready <br /> for this step and continue to work with the families weekly as they transition from the shelter to <br /> permanent housing. <br /> Mentoring <br /> Mentoring is the promotion of a person's physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. The goal is <br /> to help get a person readjusted and situated within their community. Each person is guided by a case <br /> worker to identify personal needs and satisfy personal healing and growth. Developing a strong support <br /> network around each family is key, as most families find themselves with little to no support. This is <br /> accomplished by support groups within the shelter. Families are encouraged to find a church family <br /> they are comfortable with. Families are also encouraged to get involved in Bible studies, youth groups <br /> and other group activities that develop relationships. <br /> See sample application attached. <br /> Employment <br /> Employment is the establishment of any sustainable income allowing a person to live a frugal life. Our <br /> case workers will support client's as they seek out better employment opportunities. The jobs sought <br /> will be determined by the client. Again, as stated in the book When Helping Hurts, a series of questions <br /> will be used to guide the individual into the right direction of her liking. <br /> Exit Strategy <br /> Case management determines when a family is ready to exit the shelter and move into permanent <br /> housing. Weekly meetings will continue until both the client and case manager determine that they can <br /> start to meet biweekly and then monthly and eventually to graduate from our program. <br />