St Francis House Emergency Shelter

Housing & Shelter in Gainesville, Florida. We require a police clearance to utilize our facilities, which are open to the community, from 7am-4pm, after that time, only those staying in the shelter are permitted. We serve a community meal to anyone who needs one daily from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Shelter residents receive three meals a day. Women and women with children are given preferential treatment to reside in the shelter. Case management

Phone: (352) 378-9079

Address: 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, Florida, 32601

Website: https://stfrancishousegnv.com/

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Frequently asked questions about St Francis House Emergency Shelter

How do I contact St Francis House Emergency Shelter?

You can call St Francis House Emergency Shelter at (352) 378-9079 or visit 413 S. Main St. in Gainesville, Florida. Their website is https://stfrancishousegnv.com/.

What services does St Francis House Emergency Shelter offer?

We require a police clearance to utilize our facilities, which are open to the community, from 7am-4pm, after that time, only those staying in the shelter are permitted. We serve a community meal to anyone who needs one daily from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Shelter residents receive three meals a day. Women and women with children are given preferential treatment to reside in the shelter. Case management is supplied to shelter residents We currently have 35 beds, and open the shelte

Are services at St Francis House Emergency Shelter free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call St Francis House Emergency Shelter at (352) 378-9079 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does St Francis House Emergency Shelter offer services in other languages?

Call St Francis House Emergency Shelter at (352) 378-9079 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.