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Firehouse Shelter

1825 15th Ave N
Birmingham, AL - 35234
(205) 252-9571

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Hours

  • Monday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Thursday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Friday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Last-Modified: 2023-06-28 11:28:48

Firehouse Shelter is a Transitional Housing Program Goal is to transition from emergency shelter to permanent housing. Provides workplace transportation. Participants must meet weekly with Case Manager to monitor housing and other needs. Supervision 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Participants can stay up to 24 months.


Mission Statement: The mission of the Cooperative Downtown Ministries, Inc. (the corporation) is to provide to homeless men, ages 18 and older, in the Birmingham Area a nurturing and caring environment offering supportive services that break the cycle of homelessness and empower individuals to achieve their highest potential.
Firehouse Shelter
Firehouse Shelter

Important Top Tips Before Applying

If you Interested in applying to Firehouse Shelter, 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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