First Light Shelter for Women & Children

Housing & Shelter in Birmingham, Alabama. First Light is a 24-hour emergency shelter in downtown Birmingham serving women — including pregnant women — and women with children who are experiencing homelessness. The shelter provides emergency beds, meals, case management, mental health and substance-use referrals, employment support, and an on-site early-childhood program for children staying in shelter. First Light also operates rapid-reho

Phone: (205) 323-4277

Address: 2230 Fourth Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama, 35203

Website: https://www.firstlightshelter.org/

Good to know: First Light main / 24-hour intake 205-323-4277 (verified 2026-05-01 via firstlightshelter.org). 2230 Fourth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203 (Jefferson County). Walk-ins welcome 24/7; no appointment needed for emergency shelter intake. Member of the One Roof Continuum of Care.

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Frequently asked questions about First Light Shelter for Women & Children

How do I contact First Light Shelter for Women & Children?

You can call First Light Shelter for Women & Children at (205) 323-4277 or visit 2230 Fourth Avenue North in Birmingham, Alabama. Their website is https://www.firstlightshelter.org/.

What services does First Light Shelter for Women & Children offer?

First Light is a 24-hour emergency shelter in downtown Birmingham serving women — including pregnant women — and women with children who are experiencing homelessness. The shelter provides emergency beds, meals, case management, mental health and substance-use referrals, employment support, and an on-site early-childhood program for children staying in shelter. First Light also operates rapid-rehousing, permanent-supportive housing, and transitional housing programs across th

Are services at First Light Shelter for Women & Children free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call First Light Shelter for Women & Children at (205) 323-4277 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does First Light Shelter for Women & Children offer services in other languages?

Call First Light Shelter for Women & Children at (205) 323-4277 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.