First Church Shelter
Housing & Shelter in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Emergency shelter. Stay is variable. Hours: 6pm - 7am. Provides a basic act of mercy to the poor and homeless of Cambridge and surrounding communities. Each evening 14 men are provided with a safe, comfortable place to stay. Our guests have access to two meals, showers and personal storage facilities for their belongings. First Church Shelter also offers guests assistance with identifying and secu
Phone: (617) 661-1873
Address: 11 Garden Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138
Website: http://www.firstchurchcambridge.org/
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Frequently asked questions about First Church Shelter
How do I contact First Church Shelter?
You can call First Church Shelter at (617) 661-1873 or visit 11 Garden Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their website is http://www.firstchurchcambridge.org/.
What services does First Church Shelter offer?
Emergency shelter. Stay is variable. Hours: 6pm - 7am. Provides a basic act of mercy to the poor and homeless of Cambridge and surrounding communities. Each evening 14 men are provided with a safe, comfortable place to stay. Our guests have access to two meals, showers and personal storage facilities for their belongings. First Church Shelter also offers guests assistance with identifying and securing resources they need to move out of homelessness. A significant portion of t
Are services at First Church Shelter free or low-cost?
Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call First Church Shelter at (617) 661-1873 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does First Church Shelter offer services in other languages?
Call First Church Shelter at (617) 661-1873 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.