Who can stay at the Dorothy Day House?
We house up to ten adult men at a time.  They must have a good attitude and be working to make positive changes in their lives.

What kinds of services are offered?
Click here to see a description of our services.

How does one apply to stay there?
We operate on a first-come, first-serve basis.  There is no waiting list to get a bed, so people can call or stop by to see if we have any open beds. 

How long can residents stay?
We do not have a set limit.  The length of the stay is determined by the resident.  If he continues to try and continues to work hard and have a good attitude, then he can stay as long as needed.   We ask the guests to keep a journal of their activities and to keep us updated on their situation, then we as a staff evaluate each resident's status on a weekly basis.

Do I have to pay to stay there?
There is no fee to stay here.

Do I need identification?
We prefer that residents be able to show identification, but if that is not possible, then we can still work with them.

Is there a waiting period before a resident can return after he leaves?
The standard wait (DNR - Do Not Return) is 90 days, however, if the resident leaves as the result of noncompliance with the rules or with staff, we may require a longer period of time, this is determined by the staff.

Is there an appeal process?
Yes, anyone wishing to appeal the DNR, to come back before that time is up, can write a letter to the staff explaining the circumstances and why it should be reconsidered.  The letter will then be evaluated by the staff.

Do you allow drop-ins, for example, just to come in and eat or drink?
We are not a drop-in center.  We do provide services to homeless and needy people who do not stay at the House, but these guests can only be on the premises while using one of our specific services, for example, to do laundry or take a shower.  

How can I volunteer?
Click here regarding volunteering.

What can I donate?
Click here to view our needs list.