The resource center aims to assist individuals across all life stages in accessing essential services. It provides information on care, supplements, and other necessary resources to maintain a good quality of life.

Additionally, the center supports unhoused individuals by connecting them to community, housing, medical, and financial resources, as well as offering case management. For those who may face challenges in self-advocacy, the center also develops plans to enhance their well-being through community engagement  

Wellness is a dynamic process of growth and transformation aimed at achieving optimal health and well-being. It involves actively engaging in behaviors, making informed choices, and adopting a lifestyle that contributes to physical, mental, and emotional health. By actively pursuing activities and prioritizing self-care, individuals can enhance their overall well-being and lead fulfilling lives.

Ensuring access to new and gently used donated clothing is a crucial step in providing care, enhancing capability, and promoting self-help. Our program offers the following services:.

Clothing Closet: Our walk-in closet offers wrinkle-free clothes, shoes, and accessories for men, and women.

Grooming services, such as haircuts and shaves, offer more than just physical care. They provide a crucial first step toward self-sufficiency and expand hygiene opportunities for our unhoused friends. Beyond the practical benefits, these services instill an amazing sense of hope, dignity, and self-worth.

• Resume Building

• Job Application Support

• Coaching/Mentoring

• Mock Interviews

• Dress for Success

• Team Clean-up (city streets)

Haven’s Hope of Gilroy recognizes the importance of empowering individuals who are experiencing homelessness to regain their independence and self-sufficiency. Through our cleaning crew program, we provide employment opportunities, training, and support to those who want to re-enter the workforce.

By participating in street cleaning and maintenance, individuals gain valuable skills, build work experience, and develop a sense of purpose. Our ultimate goal is to break the cycle of homelessness by helping them secure long-term employment and stability. 🌟

WE PROVIDE SAFE AND RESPECTFUL SHOWERS

Access to shower facilities can have a profound positive impact on the lives of homeless individuals. It not only addresses basic hygiene needs but also restores a sense of dignity and self-worth.

Cleanliness can improve physical health by preventing skin diseases and infections, and it can also enhance mental well-being by boosting confidence and social acceptance. Moreover, being clean can increase the chances of securing employment, as it helps in making a good first impression during job interviews

Haven’s Hope of Gilroy program provides breakfast and lunch services seven days a week, from Monday to Sunday. Breakfast is served from 7:30 am to 9:00 am, and lunch is available from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

These mealtime gatherings encourage people to come together around a table, fostering friendship and deeper connections while addressing specific needs

Haven’s Hope of Gilroy focuses on helping individuals learn to interact with friends, peers, and family. Through engaging in recreational or environmental settings, they develop social skills that enable effective communication and interaction.

By building trusting and healthy relationships, they can eliminate feelings of isolation and promote overall improved social, mental, and emotional well-being. 🌟