Q) What criteria must a resident meet to be admitted to Benjamin’s House?
A) All residents must complete a pre-screening interview before being accepted into the program as well as a background check. Residents are required to be able to care for themselves and/or their family members, as well as be mentally stable and able to successfully reside in a communal home. Those with a violent background or with any sexual assault history will not be considered.
Q) Can the victims of domestic violence and other abusive situations come to the shelter?
A) Yes. The shelter does accept victims of domestic violence situations. Benjamin’s House also provides referrals to the appropriate organizations to help assist abuse victims get the help and support needed. During the interview process, the Case Manager will assess if the current situation is fitting for Benjamin’s House. The shelter does not have the security necessary to provide the required safety for active domestic violence situations.
Q) Does the shelter house people under the influence of drugs or alcohol?
A) No. Benjamin's House strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol. Benjamin’s House does complete drug tests before and at random during your stay as well as breathalyzers, respectively. Any resident found under the influence may be asked to leave.
Q) Does Benjamin’s House allow people to stay for just a couple of nights?
A) No. Benjamin’s House is a program-based shelter requiring each resident to develop an individual case plan to help achieve successful independent living. This includes a once-weekly 1:1 meeting with an on-site case worker and other support programs to assist in securing jobs and housing.
Q) Can residents be considered for another stay?
A) Admissions are limited. A past resident may reapply after 90 days.
Q) How do people get in contact with Benjamin’s House when they are in need?
A) Potential residents can call the shelter at (715) 736-2437 to complete an application to set up an interview with the Case Manager. Everyone completes the interview process before they can become a resident.
Q) Who helps residents look for employment?
A) The shelter employs a full-time case manager who will work with individuals on employment search and resources for housing during their scheduled 1:1 meeting on-site.
Q) How many people can stay at the shelter at one time?
A) The main shelter consists of 18 rooms that can house up to 26 adults and up to 32 individuals including children. The Continued Care Housing Program consists of five separate spaces, individual housing units, some with shared common areas, to house six adults and up to twelve individuals including children.
Q) Are residents required to do chores while living at Benjamin’s House?
A) Yes. Residents have basic cleaning and housing duties they must complete as part of their stay. They are also required to do their laundry; machines and detergent are provided to all residents.
Q) Is there a curfew?
A) Yes. Adults have a curfew of 11 pm to be in the building and midnight to be in their rooms for the night. Children under 12 have a bedtime of 8:30 pm, while teens are required to be in bed by 10 pm.
Q) Are meals provided?
A) Yes. On some occasions, an evening community dinner is provided by individuals, churches, and civic organizations who prepare and serve meals for the residents. On those nights, residents not at work are expected to be in attendance for the meal. For all other meals, residents will prepare their meals and may use the fully stocked pantry and freezer. Residents are welcome to and encouraged to use any of the food provided.
Q) Is religious counseling required for residents?
A) No. Benjamin’s House is a secular organization and does not provide religious guidance. However, churches can and do provide outreach and offer to take residents to church services or bible studies.
Q) How many staff work at the shelter at any given time?
A) We are a 24/7 facility. As such, there is always at least one staff member on duty. The Executive Director oversees general operations and a Case Manager works directly with residents to assist with their personal goals and plans.
Q) How can you personally help Benjamin’s House?
A) There are many opportunities to get involved including fundraising, providing transportation, tutoring, cooking meals, performing clerical duties, teaching skills to residents (i.e. budgeting), or even painting and cleaning.
The shelter operates on a very tight operating budget and all monetary donations are greatly appreciated! The donation of household items including cleaning supplies, toilet paper, bleach, paper toweling, and laundry detergent are always needed. Other items such as gift certificates for haircuts and gas are a welcome gift to our residents.
Q) In need of shelter?
Visit https://www.benjamins-house.org/contact-us.html or Call 715.736.2437
A) All residents must complete a pre-screening interview before being accepted into the program as well as a background check. Residents are required to be able to care for themselves and/or their family members, as well as be mentally stable and able to successfully reside in a communal home. Those with a violent background or with any sexual assault history will not be considered.
Q) Can the victims of domestic violence and other abusive situations come to the shelter?
A) Yes. The shelter does accept victims of domestic violence situations. Benjamin’s House also provides referrals to the appropriate organizations to help assist abuse victims get the help and support needed. During the interview process, the Case Manager will assess if the current situation is fitting for Benjamin’s House. The shelter does not have the security necessary to provide the required safety for active domestic violence situations.
Q) Does the shelter house people under the influence of drugs or alcohol?
A) No. Benjamin's House strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol. Benjamin’s House does complete drug tests before and at random during your stay as well as breathalyzers, respectively. Any resident found under the influence may be asked to leave.
Q) Does Benjamin’s House allow people to stay for just a couple of nights?
A) No. Benjamin’s House is a program-based shelter requiring each resident to develop an individual case plan to help achieve successful independent living. This includes a once-weekly 1:1 meeting with an on-site case worker and other support programs to assist in securing jobs and housing.
Q) Can residents be considered for another stay?
A) Admissions are limited. A past resident may reapply after 90 days.
Q) How do people get in contact with Benjamin’s House when they are in need?
A) Potential residents can call the shelter at (715) 736-2437 to complete an application to set up an interview with the Case Manager. Everyone completes the interview process before they can become a resident.
Q) Who helps residents look for employment?
A) The shelter employs a full-time case manager who will work with individuals on employment search and resources for housing during their scheduled 1:1 meeting on-site.
Q) How many people can stay at the shelter at one time?
A) The main shelter consists of 18 rooms that can house up to 26 adults and up to 32 individuals including children. The Continued Care Housing Program consists of five separate spaces, individual housing units, some with shared common areas, to house six adults and up to twelve individuals including children.
Q) Are residents required to do chores while living at Benjamin’s House?
A) Yes. Residents have basic cleaning and housing duties they must complete as part of their stay. They are also required to do their laundry; machines and detergent are provided to all residents.
Q) Is there a curfew?
A) Yes. Adults have a curfew of 11 pm to be in the building and midnight to be in their rooms for the night. Children under 12 have a bedtime of 8:30 pm, while teens are required to be in bed by 10 pm.
Q) Are meals provided?
A) Yes. On some occasions, an evening community dinner is provided by individuals, churches, and civic organizations who prepare and serve meals for the residents. On those nights, residents not at work are expected to be in attendance for the meal. For all other meals, residents will prepare their meals and may use the fully stocked pantry and freezer. Residents are welcome to and encouraged to use any of the food provided.
Q) Is religious counseling required for residents?
A) No. Benjamin’s House is a secular organization and does not provide religious guidance. However, churches can and do provide outreach and offer to take residents to church services or bible studies.
Q) How many staff work at the shelter at any given time?
A) We are a 24/7 facility. As such, there is always at least one staff member on duty. The Executive Director oversees general operations and a Case Manager works directly with residents to assist with their personal goals and plans.
Q) How can you personally help Benjamin’s House?
A) There are many opportunities to get involved including fundraising, providing transportation, tutoring, cooking meals, performing clerical duties, teaching skills to residents (i.e. budgeting), or even painting and cleaning.
The shelter operates on a very tight operating budget and all monetary donations are greatly appreciated! The donation of household items including cleaning supplies, toilet paper, bleach, paper toweling, and laundry detergent are always needed. Other items such as gift certificates for haircuts and gas are a welcome gift to our residents.
Q) In need of shelter?
Visit https://www.benjamins-house.org/contact-us.html or Call 715.736.2437
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Benjamin's House, 1107 Heart Island Parkway, Rice Lake, WI 54868
715-736-2437 - [email protected]
Benjamin's House, 1107 Heart Island Parkway, Rice Lake, WI 54868
715-736-2437 - [email protected]