There’s been a lot of talk lately about emergency shelter, especially congregate shelter, not being a best practice. I want to take a moment to set the record straight and to re-center this conversation on the inherent dignity of all people, regardless of their housing status, behavioral health, or substance use. Congregate shelter typically refers…
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When Alexis Cabezas moved to Missoula for a job at Providence St. Patrick’s Hospital, her commute took her past the Poverello Center on Broadway each day. Where some might see a place that feels daunting, Alexis saw something different—an opportunity to learn more about her new community and to give back. She began volunteering at
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For Matt, a member of the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT), the success of our clients — especially those who are unsheltered or staying at the Johnson Street Shelter—hits close to home. In 2020 and 2021, Matt was staying at Johnson Street himself, navigating a difficult cycle of incarceration and addiction treatment. “Honestly,” he reflects, “it
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The Poverello’s Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) is out in the Missoula community every day, building trust and offering support to our unhoused neighbors. This compassionate team of five does so much more than provide life-saving essentials like food, water, sleeping bags, and warm clothing—they build real relationships with the people they serve. By meeting people
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