Shelter stay is for adults only (18 years of age and older) and includes a warm bed, an evening meal, breakfast, and community information/referrals. The Manitowoc Warming Shelter does not offer shower or laundry facilities.
- Once signed in for the night, if you leave the shelter, you will not be allowed back in unless it is for a staff approved emergency.
- No alcohol or illegal drugs onto the property. No misuse of prescription medications or abuse of inhalants.
- No weapons will be allowed onto the property
- No aggressive or threatening language or behavior
- Show respect and kindness to staff and guests, respecting privacy
- No talking about or participating in conversations or activities of a sexual nature.
- No physical contact of any type with staff, volunteers, or other guests.
- No smoking on church property after 9:00pm. Smoking will take place in designated areas during allowed times. This includes e-cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
- Lights out/Quiet Time is at 10:00pm electronic devices may be used without sound or with headphones only.
- Personal areas should be kept clean and tidy. Guests should clean up after eating meals and using the restroom. Personal belonging should be stored in the designated bins.
- Cots cannot be shared. Only one person can occupy a cot at any given time.
- Bathroom use is limited to one person at a time. Bathroom use is limited to 10 minutes.
- Please contact a volunteer if you need personal care items, clothing, etc.
- Showers are available through the YMCA during daytime hours, guests must have a pass
- When leaving the Shelter, please make sure your cot has been folded, the linens put in the marked bins and your area is clean.
- No items may be left during non-shelter hours, there is no access during the day.
Basic rules are in place for the health and safety of our guests and staff. Rule violations may result in the need for a “Conditions of Stay” agreement or the dismissal from shelter services. Dismissal could be for several days or the remainder of the season.