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Emergency Services
Our 24/7 Emergency Services are provided at 1100 Taylor Street in downtown Columbia. Use the buttons below to learn more specifically about each of the services we provide.
"Thank you for not giving up on me. I didn't know where I would find a meal tonight."
- Theo, a Refresh guest
Meals
If you or someone you know is in need of a meal, our nightly dinner is open to the entire community.
Overnight Shelter
Need to stay at our overnight shelter? Click below to find out how.
Guest Services
Want to learn more about our guest services? Click the button below to learn.
Chapel Services
Want to learn more about our chapel services? Click the button below to learn.
Rehabilitation
If you are stuck in a cycle of addiction or poverty, we encourage you to reach out to apply for our Recovery Program where you can receive the support and hope you need.
"Having somebody listen to your story, listen to where you are coming from, to know that they are here with you. You are not by yourself. To see the men going through the program like I did, I don’t feel so alone now."
- Jimmy P., Recovery Program Graduate
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The Recovery Program consists of:
Counseling
Life skills courses
Career/job prep
Bible study groups
Dormitory Style Housing
Case management
Goals of the Recovery Program
The four main goals of the program are to see long-term change in the following areas:
1) Overcoming Destructive Habits
Drug and alcohol abuse, poor financial decisions, unhealthy relationships and other destructive habits can cause anyone to think a “new life” is out of reach. Our goal is to see Recovery Program participants like you transformed by overcoming destructive habits. By immersing yourself in the program, you will receive the help you need and experience victory over life-draining behaviors.
2) Maintaining Healthy Community
In the Recovery Program, you will learn to build and maintain healthy community relationships. These relationships encourage accountability and foster continued productive participation in society.
3) Maintaining Sustainable, Full-Time Employment or Equivalent Income
As you advance through the program and pursue financial goals you set alongside Mission staff, you will eventually obtain sustainable, full-time employment or equivalent income.
4) Providing For Sustainable Housing
Finally, the ultimate goal of the Recovery Program is to see each participant graduate and provide for their own sustainable housing needs.
Qualifications
Time Considerations
Men, over the age of 18
No record of sex offenses or violent criminal charges
Willingness to submit to random drug and alcohol testing
Serious about transforming their own life
Willingness and physical ability to do work
The first 30 days is for our guests to acclimate to our program schedule and guidelines through fitness, fellowship, and service. The next three phases of programming last 6-12 months. Depending on the guest’s progress, they can stay up to six months in our Career Phase while working, saving, and following Oliver Gospel’s Resident Guidelines. The Recovery Program can take up to 6-12 months to complete.
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Struggling with addiction & ready to get help? Contact our Connections Manager at (803) 254-6470 ext. 1020 or gethelp@olivergospel.org.
Transitional Programs
We provide temporary housing, life development skills, and emotional support for men, women, and women with children experiencing poverty and homelessness. Upon exit, our residents will gain stable employment and housing, setting themselves up for a bright future.
"To me, Toby's Place is place is a place to come to when you are broken and you want to transform your life."
- Sharon W., Toby's Place Graduate
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Rebuild
Men who are experiencing poverty or homelessness due to unemployment and other unforeseen life circumstances can receive shelter, food, and resources to enable them to plan and pursue a future of hope and stability.
Toby's Place
Women with or without children who are in need of restabilizing their life are encouraged to go through programming at Toby's Place to receive support and guidance in re-establishing their lives.
Toby's Place does not have an Addiction Recovery or Emergency Shelter program, but refer to this sheet for recommendations. If you need more assistance, contact our Connections Manager at (803) 254-6470 ext. 1020 or gethelp@olivergospel.org