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Vista Colina Programs and Services
Vista Colina Emergency Family Shelter, located
in northern Phoenix, strives to assist homeless families by assessing
their individual needs and connecting them with appropriate community
services. A variety of supportive services are offered, including programs
that empower both children and adults.
Families with children make up the fastest-growing segment of the homeless population. More than 200 families sought shelter at Vista Colina last year alone, bringing nearly 500 children to the shelter. One in five victims of homelessness falls under the age of 18, increasing the importance of the developmental programming provided for children at the family shelter.
Vista Colina relies heavily on volunteers and donations to support all of the shelter’s programs. To learn more about specific services offered at Vista Colina Emergency Family Shelter, click on one of the below links:
For a complete list of contact information and emergency phone numbers,
click here.
Shelter
Services
Mission:
Provide homeless families with emergency shelter in a safe, stable and
supportive environment.
Families who are eligible for services may stay at the shelter for up to 90 days. Families stay in their own one or two bedroom apartment and have access to food, clothing and hygiene products. They work with our staff and participate in a variety of programs that help them to become more stable and equipped to handle life.
Shelter staff remains on-site 24 hours a day to answer questions and ensure the safety of each family. Staff members also help parents to develop life skills, including how to properly clean their apartments. Each parent is asked to complete three hours of chores each week in lieu of rent and must pass a drug screen prior to entering the shelter.
Case
Management
Mission:
Assist homeless families by assessing their individual needs and connecting
them with appropriate community services.
All adults who stay at the shelter receive case management services. Our case management staff assists our clients in becoming self-sufficient.
Vista Colina’s case managers direct each family to resources for securing transitional housing, receiving child support, veteran’s benefits, healthcare, statewide programs and more. This assistance allows parents to navigate an extensive network of services more efficiently.
Clients are expected to secure employment and benefits, save 80% of their income and show initiative by making specific plans for the future success of their family.
CASS
CARES (Continued Available Resources & Extended Services)
This case managed program is designed to assist families in remaining
self-sufficient after they move out of the Vista Colina Shelter and to
prevent homelessness in the future. Clients may receive services for up
to one year from their exit date.
Child
Care Program
Mission:
Ensure stability for children in crisis by providing a safe, nurturing
and developmentally appropriate environment at no cost to the parent.
Vista Colina's National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited Developmental Child Care Program is located on the shelter campus and may be utilized throughout the week. Teachers implement appropriate activities that provide an environment where children will learn and thrive.
After
School Programs
Vista
Colina has a closely supervised after school program with many educational
and enrichment components including homework assistance, computer training,
field trips, arts & crafts classes, mentoring programs and more.
Adult
Programs
Vista Colina provides a variety of classes on parenting techniques, budgeting,
conflict resolution and basic living skills. Staff members, outside agencies
and volunteers come together to make these programs available on a regular
basis.
These programs are offered throughout the year and are required for adult clients of the family shelter. Providing parents with the tools for success allows them to provide better lives for their children.
Apartment
Support
Clients
of Vista Colina are given donated clothing, furniture and household items
during their stay at the shelter. These items can be used to furnish their
future homes when they move out on their own.
Please visit our wish list for more information on donating furniture, clothing and other household items.
Employment
Services
Parents at Vista Colina have access to all the services offered at CASS
Employment Services, including assistance in securing employment.
This comprehensive employment services program provides job readiness classes, resume writing tips, access to personal voicemail, professional clothing, lunches and assistance with transportation when a job is secured.
Contact
Information and Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Family Shelter
1050 W. Mountain View
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Please contact the CASS Vista Colina Emergency Family Shelter at the following
numbers:
Call 602.870.1705
for Families Seeking Shelter and Case Management
Call 602.870.8778
for Child Care, Volunteer Opportunities, Director of Family Services,
and Adult or Children’s Programs
Call 602.944.0960
to make donations or reach 24-hour shelter staff
Call 602.861.0100
for the CASS CARES Extended Services Program
Call 602.256.6945
to reach the Single Men's and Women's Shelter at
230 S. 12th Ave., Phoenix, AZ, 85007
Central Arizona Shelter Services
Phone: 602-256-6945
Fax: 602-256-6401
