Thank you from former resident, Michael

“I am writing to thank you for your welcome assistance during one of the darkest seasons in my life. Your willingness to show up at short notice to assist with meals, help clean, and play back-up with all other issues made a great difference in my life…...

Fall training dates set

We’ve set fall training dates for shift volunteers. Shift volunteers staff the shelter alongside a professional shelter worker each night from 6 pm to midnight and are of VITAL importance to the work of the shelter. October 10, 6 – 8 pm October 21, 10 am...

Hypothermia Prevention Program

The Shelter is part of Fairfax County’s Hypothermia Prevention Program: one of the county’s most successful—and important—public-private partnerships. The program relies on nonprofit and faith-based community partners to help carry out the life-saving mission to...