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Emergency shelters, family & youth shelters, domestic-violence safe shelters, motel vouchers and rapid rehousing.

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Need a place to sleep tonight? Call 211 first — they know which beds are open right now. To talk to someone about abuse, call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 — free, confidential, 24/7. Domestic-violence shelter addresses are never shown here, for safety.

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Listings

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

OnPoint – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Allegan County

  • Town Allegan, Allegan County
  • Hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
Where
540 Jenner Drive, Allegan, MI 49010 (Allegan Co.)
Who can go
Allegan County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

You can also email housing@onpointallegan.org. OnPoint is where to start for housing help in Allegan County.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence – domestic violence services

Confidential location24-hour lineCall to confirm

  • Town Allegan County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Serves Allegan and Ottawa counties. Spanish crisis line 866-728-2131; office 616-392-2829. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Sylvia's Place – Allegan County domestic violence safe house

Confidential locationOpen 24/7

  • Town Allegan, Allegan County
  • Hours Safe house 24/7; office Mon–Fri 9 am – 4 pm

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Allegan County's only domestic violence safe house. Admin office: 269-673-5742. Shelter location not published here for safety.

Source: Sylvia's Place (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Allegan County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Barry County United Way – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Barry County

  • Town Hastings, Barry County
  • Hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
Where
231 S Broadway St., Hastings, MI 49058 (Barry Co.)
Who can go
Barry County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

You can also email contact@bcunitedway.org.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Green Gables Haven – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Hastings, Barry County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

24-hour crisis and shelter line 269-945-4777; toll-free crisis line 800-304-5445. Location not published here for safety.

Source: Green Gables Haven (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

S.A.F.E. Place – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Barry County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Serves Barry, Calhoun and Eaton counties (based in Calhoun County). Also 24-hour line 888-664-9832; office 269-965-6093. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Barry County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Caring Connection – domestic violence services

Confidential location24-hour lineCall to confirm

  • Town Berrien County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Office: 269-925-1725. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Family shelter

Emergency Shelter Services – Family Shelter

Overnight

  • Town Benton Harbor, Berrien County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Where
645 Pipestone Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (Berrien Co.)
Who can go
People experiencing homelessness in Berrien County; the only family shelter in the county
Serves
Families and individuals experiencing homelessness
How to get in
Call the 24/7 line for shelter needs: 269-277-5055. Office: 269-925-1131.
Cost
Free

The 24/7 line is for shelter needs.

Source: Emergency Shelter Services (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Emergency Shelter Services – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Berrien County

  • Town Benton Harbor, Berrien County
  • Hours 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday (closed for lunch 12–1 pm)
Where
185 E. Main St. Suite 103, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (Berrien Co.)
Who can go
Berrien County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

You can also email help@emergencyshelterservices.org.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Berrien County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

Altrusa Teen SHARE (BCCADSV) – teen shelter

Overnight

  • Town Coldwater, Branch County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Who can go
Homeless teens in Branch County and surrounding areas; assessed individually
Serves
Teens (capacity 6 boys and 6 girls in separate houses)
How to get in
Call 517-278-SAFE (7233) or text 517-227-0320.
Cost
Free

Run by the Branch County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.

Source: BCCADSV (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Branch County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (BCCADSV) – Naomi Davis Shelterhouse

Confidential locationOpen 24/7

  • Town Coldwater, Branch County
  • Hours 24/7, 365 days

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Crisis line is 517-278-SAFE. Text line 517-227-0320. Location not published here for safety.

Source: BCCADSV (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Coldwater Housing Commission – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Branch County

  • Town Coldwater, Branch County
  • Hours 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday – Friday
Where
60 South Clay Street, Coldwater, MI 49036 (Branch Co.)
Who can go
Branch County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

You can also email resourcespecialist@coldwaterhousing.org.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Emergency shelter

Genesis Outreach Ministries – shelter

OvernightCall to confirm

  • Town Coldwater, Branch County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Where
62 Division Street, Coldwater, MI 49036 (Branch Co.)
Who can go
People experiencing homelessness in Branch County
Serves
Call to ask who they can take.
How to get in
Call 269-689-7096. Other number: 517-677-3667.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Faith-based program with classes. Call to ask about hours and beds.

Source: Genesis Outreach Ministries (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Branch County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Neighborhoods Inc. of Battle Creek – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Calhoun County

  • Town Battle Creek, Calhoun County
  • Hours Intake: Mon–Thu 9 am – 4 pm
Where
47 N Washington Ave., Battle Creek, MI 49037 (Calhoun Co.)
Who can go
Calhoun County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

You can also email housing@nibc.org.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

S.A.F.E. Place – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Battle Creek, Calhoun County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Serves Barry, Calhoun and Eaton counties. Also 24-hour line 888-664-9832; office 269-965-6093. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Calhoun County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Family shelter

The Haven of Rest – Inasmuch House (women & families)

OvernightCall to confirm

  • Town Battle Creek, Calhoun County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Who can go
Single women and one- or two-parent families
Serves
Women and families; stays of 30 to 60 days, 3 meals a day
How to get in
Call the Inasmuch House direct line (269-788-0968 or 269-788-0971).
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

If no beds are open, you can still stay overnight in the community lounge. Main office: 11 Green St., Battle Creek; main line 269-965-1148.

Source: The Haven of Rest Ministries (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Emergency shelter

The Haven of Rest – Men’s Shelter

OvernightCall to confirm

  • Town Battle Creek, Calhoun County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Where
11 Green St., Battle Creek, MI 49014 (Calhoun Co.)
Who can go
Men experiencing homelessness
Serves
Single men; temporary stays (30–60 days) with meals and case management
How to get in
Call the main line or the Men’s Shelter direct line 269-788-0960.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Men’s Shelter direct line: 269-788-0960.

Source: The Haven of Rest Ministries (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services (DASAS) – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Cass County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Serves Cass, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. Office 269-279-5122. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency (SMCAA) – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Cass County

  • Town Benton Harbor · serves Cass County
  • Hours Intake: Mon–Fri 9 am – 5 pm
Where
185 E. Main St., Suite 303, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 — office in Benton Harbor; serves Cass County
Who can go
Cass County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
Serves Cass County. People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

The office is in Benton Harbor (Berrien County) but handles housing help for Cass County. This is the Cass County housing line on the state list; SMCAA's main office is 269-925-9077.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Cass County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Housing Resources Inc. – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Kalamazoo County

  • Town Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County
  • Hours 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday
Where
643 W. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Kalamazoo Co.)
Who can go
Kalamazoo County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

Call to confirm before you go.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Emergency shelter

Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries – Emergency Shelter

Overnight

  • Town Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Where
448 N. Burdick St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Kalamazoo Co.)
Who can go
Kalamazoo County residents; space is limited
Serves
Adults and families experiencing homelessness
How to get in
Call 269-345-2974 to get connected. In-house guests get breakfast 7:00–7:30 am.
Cost
Free

Call to ask about check-in times.

Source: Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Emergency shelter

Open Doors Kalamazoo – Men’s and Women’s Shelter

Call to confirm

  • Town Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Who can go
Adults who are homeless and looking for work or working at least 30 hours a week. If it applies to you, you need 30 days clean and sober and must be working a program.
Serves
Single adults working toward self-sufficiency
How to get in
Not for same-night stays. Email shelterscreenings@odkzoo.com with your situation, clean time (if it applies), work history and a phone number. Staff reply within two business days. If you need a place tonight, call 211.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Rules include a 9:30 pm curfew, saving 30% of each paycheck and daily chores.

Source: Open Doors Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter address is not shared publicly. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

YWCA of Kalamazoo – domestic violence services

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

24-hour crisis line 269-385-3587; office 269-345-5595. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services (DASAS) – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town St. Joseph County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Serves Cass, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. Office 269-279-5122. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Emergency shelter

KeyStone Place

OvernightCall to confirm

  • Town Centreville, St. Joseph County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Where
505 E Market St, Centreville, MI 49032 (St. Joseph Co.)
Who can go
People experiencing homelessness in St. Joseph County
Serves
Individuals and families experiencing homelessness
How to get in
Call to check bed availability. A motel night may be provided if the shelter is full.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

Offers emergency shelter, case management, help moving into housing, and financial help. Call to ask about hours.

Source: KeyStone Place (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Neighborhoods Inc. of Battle Creek – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for St. Joseph County

  • Town Centreville, St. Joseph County
  • Hours Intake: Mon–Thu 9 am – 4 pm
Where
240 W. Main, Centreville, MI 49032 (St. Joseph Co.)
Who can go
St. Joseph County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

This is the Neighborhoods Inc. Centreville office; its Battle Creek office is 269-968-1113. You can also email housing@nibc.org.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town St. Joseph County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence advocacy

Domestic Violence Coalition, Inc. (Van Buren County)

Confidential location24-hour lineCall to confirm

  • Town Van Buren County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

📞 Call to confirm. We found these details online but haven't confirmed them by phone yet.

DVC is an advocacy agency, not a shelter: protection order help, court accompaniment and support groups. Also 888-655-9008; Spanish crisis line 866-416-8556. Call to ask about shelter options.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Domestic violence safe shelter

Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services (DASAS) – domestic violence shelter

Confidential location24-hour line

  • Town Van Buren County
  • Hours 24-hour crisis line

🔒 Location kept private for safety. Call the hotline — staff will help you get there safely.

Who can go
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence and their children
Serves
People fleeing abuse
How to get in
Call the 24-hour crisis line; an advocate will talk through safety and shelter options. If in danger, call 911.
Cost
Free

Serves Cass, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. Office 269-279-5122. Location not published here for safety.

Source: MDHHS Division of Victim Services – Resource Directory · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Family shelter

SMCAA Homeless Family Shelter (Van Buren County)

Overnight

  • Town Van Buren County
  • Hours Not published — call to confirm
Who can go
Van Buren County residents only; women, children and families
Serves
Women, children and families; stays up to 90 days
How to get in
Call 269-605-4526 for direct contact with SMCAA staff at the shelter.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Van Buren County; the address is not shared publicly.

Source: Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Housing assessment / coordinated entry

Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency (SMCAA) – Housing Assessment & Resource Agency (HARA) for Van Buren County

  • Town Benton Harbor · serves Van Buren County
  • Hours Intake: Mon–Fri 9 am – 5 pm
Where
185 E Main St., #303, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 — office in Benton Harbor; serves Van Buren County
Who can go
Van Buren County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Serves
Serves Van Buren County. People who are homeless or about to lose housing
How to get in
Call during intake hours for a housing assessment and referral to shelter, rapid rehousing, or prevention help.
Cost
Free

The office is in Benton Harbor (Berrien County) but handles housing help for Van Buren County. This is SMCAA's main office line.

Source: MSHDA – Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) Contact List · Last verified: 2026-10-21

Youth shelter

The Ark Shelter – runaway & homeless youth (Catholic Charities)

Open 24/7

  • Town Van Buren County
  • Hours 24 hours
Who can go
Runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth and their families
Serves
Youth in crisis; stays up to 21 days with case management and family support
How to get in
Call the confidential 24-hour crisis line 800-873-8336. Staff can also do a remote assessment in your county.
Cost
Free

The shelter is in Kalamazoo and serves all nine Southwest Michigan counties. Catholic Charities (269-381-9800) also runs drop-in centers for youth ages 10–21 in every county; times vary.

Source: Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (official site) · Last verified: 2026-10-21