The Move Forward Housing Stability Program is our comprehensive program designed for those who are wanting to move from homelessness to housing stability. Our program includes a stay in our Step 1 Residential Shelter where you will receive wrap-around services, therapy, case management and support to address your critical needs. We also offer Step 2 - Transitional Housing and Step 3 - Permanent Supportive Housing as the next steps toward housing stability that is still supported by our team. The goal is that every graduate of the Move Forward program is able to live independently and self-sufficiently outside of Serve City.
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To learn more about the Move Forward Program please contact Dustin Bowman at 513-737-8900 ext. 102 or dustinb@serve-cityorg.
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Residential Emergency Homeless Shelter
The Serve City Residential Shelter is a homeless shelter designed for those who are wishing to end the cycle of homelessness and move forward into housing stability and independence. ​Serve City is a low-barrier shelter with minimal requirements for eligibility.
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Neighbors can stay at the Shelter for between 45-90 days depending on need.
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Support services are offered to all residents on-site including showers, laundry, 3 meals a day, connections to local resources, and obtaining personal documentation just to name a few.
Transitional Housing
Shared Apartments
The Step 2 shared apartments are providing our neighbors additional time to get back on their feet. This 12 month step in our housing program provides 48 beds in 12 apartments.
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Participants pay $300 per month to share a 2 bedroom apartment with 3 other tenants. All utilities are included.
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Our housing case managers provide intensive supportive services designed to assist participants overcoming their barriers to housing stability.​
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Permanent Supportive Housing
Shekinah Place holds Serve City’s 25 efficiency apartments. Built in 2011, through the hard work and generosity of many individuals, churches and the City of Hamilton, Step 3 - Permanent Supportive Housing provides holistic support and 24 hour staff for participants who have experienced chronic homelessness and struggle with a disability.
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Thanks to our partnership with Butler Metro Housing Authority, tenants pay 30% of their income toward their housing costs. Applicants are first prioritized through the Butler County Prioritization Workgroup, then through BMHA's application process.