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OFFERING HOPE & MAKING A DIFFERENCE SINCE 2002

A Homeless Shelter & Housing Transition Center

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What they're Saying

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"Thank you for all you do for those in need!" -Robby and Emma

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"I believe in your mission. You folks do good work." -Donor

"The work you do in the community is essential and appreciated."-Donor

"I believe in your mission. You folks do good work." -Donor

"This is very important to the community!" -Kurt and Tracy

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

"I believe in your mission. You folks do good work." -Donor

"All the volunteers are very helpful!" -Deanna

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

"What a wonderful place, with wonderful people that truly care for others." -N. Bradi

The Refuge Lapeer

The Refuge Lapeer Homeless Shelter

The Refuge Lapeer Homeless Shelter assists people by providing emergency housing, food, housing transition services, job search transportation, educational and vocational training, dependence recovery, basic life skills education.


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HOPE AT THE REFUGE LAPEER!

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THE REFUGE INFORMATION

 Location: 1009 N. Saginaw St, Lapeer, Michigan 48446

810-667-3886

The homeless shelter runs 

November - April.

The Refuge also operates as a year-round Day Center 

for registered guests and other displaced persons 

seeking assistance.

Services: Shower Facility, Laundry, Food, 

Job Search Assistance.

Summer Day Center days and times: 

Monday,  Wednesday, Friday

10AM - 2PM

By Appointment Only

Call 810-667-3886 for Appointment.

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WE CAN HELP YOU!

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

BE A CHURCH PARTNER! CONTACT US!

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 The Refuge Lapeer partners with local churches to provide food, shelter, housing transition services, and various resources to the homeless of Lapeer County during the winter months of the year. 
The Day Center is during the day to give aid to the homeless and other displaced people in the Lapeer area.  

CLICK HERE for help: food, shelter,resources

BE A CHURCH PARTNER! CONTACT US!

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

BE A CHURCH PARTNER! CONTACT US!

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CLICK HERE ABOUT CHURCH SPONSORING

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

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You can help The Refuge Lapeer in various ways: working a shift at a local church, preparing a meal, giving rides, helping with a fundraiser, or taking part in a walk to raise money and awareness. Please contact us today.  "As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” – Maya Angelou. 

CLICK HERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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THE REFUGE CALENDAR

VOLUTEERING OR BECOMING A REFUGE FRIEND

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There are several ways to donate to The Refuge Lapeer. Please click below to learn more.

CLICK HERE TO DONATE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE REFUGE CALENDAR

THE REFUGE CALENDAR

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The Refuge Lapeer is excited to share its announcements with you. We have wonderful things going on! 

CLICK HERE TO READ CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE REFUGE CALENDAR

THE REFUGE CALENDAR

THE REFUGE CALENDAR

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Click below to see our calendar of events, fundraisers, and more.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS & more

The Refuge Blog

homelessness in michigan

Families, Children, Young Adults, & Veterans

As of January 2020, Michigan had an estimated 8,638 people experiencing homelessness on any given day (Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)). 


Of that, 1,026 were families, 639 were Veterans, 484 were unaccompanied young adults (aged 18-24), and 1,109 were individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.


Public school data reported to the U.S. Department of Education during the 2018-2019 school year revealed an estimated 34,853 public school students experienced homelessness over the course of the year. Of that total, 675 students were unsheltered, 4,922 were in shelters, 2,502 were in hotels/motels, and 26,754 were doubled up.


https://www.usich.gov/homelessness-statistics/mi/

hOMELESSNESS IN AMERICA

 

America's Youth are Homeless, Too

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"IT IS IN YOUR HANDS TO CREATE A BETTER WORLD FOR ALL WHO LIVE IN IT." - NELSON MANDELA

Despite being one of the wealthiest nations on the planet, the United States struggles with a high level of poverty and homelessness, especially among the younger population. In fact, 40% of the homeless population in the US are under the age of 18.


The highest rates of unsheltered homeless youth occur in the Western US states. California accounts for one-third of all unaccompanied homeless youth, with other states such as Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Alaska also having large populations.


While the numbers are shocking, it’s even more disturbing to learn over 50% of young people living in shelters and on the streets report that their parents actually told them to leave, or at least knew they were leaving and didn’t care.


The main cause of teen homelessness is physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse from parents or guardians. Here’s a closer look at the numbers:

• 46% reported being physically abused
• 38% reported being emotionally abused
• 17% reported being forced into unwanted sexual activity


Adolescents aging out of foster care are also at extreme risk of homelessness with around 50% becoming homeless within 6 months of leaving. This is largely due to a lack of education, social and financial support. They are often ill-prepared to live independently.


The Impact:

The numbers paint a sad story. Homelessness is taking a heavy toll of America’s youth who are at a much higher risk of physical abuse, sexual exploitation, substance abuse, mental health issues, and death. In America today, over 20,000 kids are forced into prostitution every year, and 5,000 unaccompanied youth die as a result of assault, illness, or suicide.


Despite the gravity of the situation, resources are severely lacking. Nationwide, just 4,200 beds are provided for youth, meaning more than 90% are left without shelter. This gap in resources perpetuates a vicious cycle.

-Rawhide Youth Services


Homelessness is a serious problem that hurts so many in our country, including our children. Please support The Lapeer Refuge. Help us help others. Thank you. 

THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE REFUGE WEBSITE

1009 NORTH SAGINAW STREET

LAPEER, MICHIGAN 48446

810.667.3886

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