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Beacon of Life Transitional Housing

1717 Woodland Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50309
(515) 244-4713

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Last-Modified: 2023-06-30 09:25:05

Beacon of Life is a transitional housing facility located in Des Moines, Iowa, with a 34-woman capacity. Its mission: Is to create an environment that empowers women in crisis to achieve positive, long-term change. Beacon of Life is the only shelter in Central Iowa that provides transitional housing with supportive services in a structured environment exclusively to women. They provide a safe and secure home and services that offer both anonymity and a sense of belonging, allowing their residents to overcome addictions, trauma and personal struggles through financial, health and wellness, employment and recovery programs.


Mission Statement: To create an environment that empowers women in crisis to achieve positive long-term change.

Fees: First night free, $10.00 per night thereafter

Eligibility: Residents must be female, single (no men/children) and over age 18. Hours 10-4pm
Beacon of Life Transitional Housing

Important Top Tips Before Applying

If you Interested in applying to Beacon of Life Transitional Housing, we recommend that you call them and find out some answers to some or all of the below questions:

  • What type of housing do you offer? Is it shared or private housing? Is it furnished or unfurnished?
  • What are the length of stay requirements? How long can I stay in the program?
  • What kind of support services do you offer? Do you offer job training, case management, or other support services to help me achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
  • What are the rules and policies? Are there any rules or policies that I need to be aware of, such as curfews, visitor restrictions, or substance abuse policies?
  • What is the cost of the program? Is there a monthly fee? Are there any other costs associated with the program?
  • Is the program accredited or licensed? This will help ensure that the program meets certain standards of quality.


In addition to these general questions, you may also want to ask more specific questions about the program, such as:
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio? This will give you an idea of how much support you can expect from staff.
  • What is the success rate of the program? How many residents have gone on to achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
  • What are the cultural competency practices of the program? Is the program staffed by people who are culturally competent and able to meet the needs of a diverse range of residents?
  • How does the program ensure the safety and security of residents? What safety measures are in place?
  • What is the process for resolving disputes? Is there a clear and fair process for resolving disputes between residents and staff?

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What is your current addiction OR problem that you are seeking help for? How long have you had this issue?

What is your current addiction OR problem that you are seeking help for? How long have you had this issue?

I owned my own home and had no house payment but lost my job and was unable to pay utilities or property taxes for 3 years and they just gave my house to someone that was able to but the tax sale on it . I got nothing and they just came in and threw everything I owned out on the lawn and what ever I was unable to remove within 25 hours went to the dump like it was just garbage . I have had nowhere

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019

I owned my own home and had no house payment but lost my job and was unable to pay utilities or property taxes for 3 years and they just gave my house to someone that was able to but the tax sale on it . I got nothing and they just came in and threw everything I owned out on the lawn and what ever I was unable to remove within 25 hours went to the dump like it was just garbage . I have had nowhere

Homeless and sober for a year

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Monday, October 7, 2019

Homeless and sober for a year

Struggling I work n I was staying with family until the landlord found out now I gotta move I'm just looking for transitional housing for now until I'm able to get on my own I would like a response back from someone

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Thursday, April 11, 2019

Struggling I work n I was staying with family until the landlord found out now I gotta move I'm just looking for transitional housing for now until I'm able to get on my own I would like a response back from someone

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Have you used this locations services before? What is your opinion of it?

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Do you have any experience with the office personnel? How were they?

Do they take ex felons?

Do they take ex felons?

Comments

2019-01-02 11:35:57

Looking for safe housing for recovery. Moving to Des Moines area.

2021-08-05 19:39:45

I am seeking help to gain stability and sobriety in my life. I have no idea how to even begin or where to go to seek help! I’m interested in this program.

2022-01-06 11:38:58

Wondering if you have any vacancies. Thank you.

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