First Light, Inc.

Housing & Shelter in North Birmingham, Alabama. Overview Emergency Shelter The First Light emergency shelter is a dorm-like setting which offers a bed, locker and bathroom and laundry facilities for 36 women and one family on any given night. An overnight volunteer is available to distribute hygiene products, distribute laundry detergent to those who need it, and to simply be present to those in crisis. Overflow Emergency Shelter On cold nights

Phone: (205) 323-4277

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about First Light, Inc.

How do I contact First Light, Inc.?

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

What services does First Light, Inc. offer?

Overview Emergency Shelter The First Light emergency shelter is a dorm-like setting which offers a bed, locker and bathroom and laundry facilities for 36 women and one family on any given night. An overnight volunteer is available to distribute hygiene products, distribute laundry detergent to those who need it, and to simply be present to those in crisis. Overflow Emergency Shelter On cold nights, on rainy nights, on weekends, where does one go when all shelters, including F

Are services at First Light, Inc. free or low-cost?

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

Does First Light, Inc. offer services in other languages?

Call First Light, Inc. 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.