Community Shelters | The Salvation Army - Saint Joseph - Emergency Family Center
618 S 6th, Saint Joseph, MO 64502
Eligibility
Homeless families with children. Income guidelines. Zero tolerance for active alcohol or drug use. Must meet HUD definition of homelessness with 3rd party verification (preferred) or self certification of 'literal homeless' status. Participants must demonstrate a lack of adequate resources for alternative housing options. Those on the sex offender registry are disqualified.
Required documents
Must provide some form of ID, verification of homelessness and income status (homeless letter, award letter)
Hours
24/7
Individuals encouraged to arrive for intake before 11pm.
816-233-1078
Fax·
Fax
816-279-2101
Voice·
Main Phone
To access this service, contact:
Languages
N/A
Application process
Eligibility assessments are conducted at The Community Center at 602 Messanie prior to intake/admission.
Fees
Fee scale per client's entry status
Service area
Buchanan County
Emergency shelter for low income homeless families.
Last Assured
05/19/2026
Data provided by
United Way of Greater Kansas City 211
What's Here
Providing organization
SALVATION ARMY SAINT JOSEPH MISSOURI
Assists people in crisis situations, and provides children's activities.