MICAH House — Emergency Family Shelter (Council Bluffs)

About This Opportunity

Emergency shelter for families and individuals experiencing homelessness in the bi-state metro — serving Iowa and Nebraska residents since 1986. Located in Council Bluffs at 1415 Avenue J. Provides 23 private family bedrooms accommodating families up to 10 individuals. Services include case management, daily meals, bedding and hygiene products, clothing (including professional attire), free laundry, over-the-counter medications, weekly health assessments, first aid, prenatal and childbirth support, breastfeeding resources, and adult education classes. Accepts residents from Pottawattamie, Harrison, and Mills counties (Iowa) and Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders, and Washington counties (Nebraska).

Who Can Apply

Families and individuals experiencing a housing crisis in the Omaha–Council Bluffs bi-state metro area. Accepts residents from Iowa and Nebraska counties. Call (712) 323-4416 for current availability and intake process.