Choose to Begin Your Path to Independence
Todd witnessed a murder after years of living in Los Angeles. For him, it was a wake up call and a motivation to change his life. After moving to Southern Oregon, Todd reflects upon his first two weeks at the Gospel Rescue Mission in Grants Pass.
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How do I Become a Resident?
The New Resident Intake Process
Here at the Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission, we understand the challenges of homelessness and want to help you find a fresh start. If you are ready to change your life, we warmly welcome you to take the first step towards a better future. Here’s how!
Arrive
For the most effective and tailored assistance, all requests for residency MUST be made in person. We believe that face-to-face interaction is crucial to understanding your unique needs and ensuring a successful transition into our program. Check-in is during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Apply
When you arrive, our helpful resident assistants will give you an overview of the program, walk you through the house rules and expectations, and guide you through the application process.
Plan Your Path
A coordinator will review your application and meet with you one-on-one. During your intake interview the coordinator will assess your readiness for the program, answer any questions you may have, and begin to develop a plan for independence with you. Our goal is to empower you on your journey towards leaving homelessness behind for good!
Residency
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have to be a Christian to stay at the Mission?
You do not need to be a Christian to be a resident of the Mission. As long as a person has a desire to change their life and is able and willing to commit to following the program, they’ll probably be a good fit.
How long can a person stay at the Mission?
A resident can stay indefinitely, as long as they are able to demonstrate that they are making progress toward independence.
What if someone wants to be a resident, but they don’t have an ID?
Come as you are! The Mission works with residents to help them get an ID or birth certificate.
I need help, but I don’t live in Grants Pass. Can you still help me?
The Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission is committed to serving those who want to build a flourishing life in the city of Grants Pass Oregon. If you need help but don’t live in Grants Pass, consider looking for a Gospel Rescue Mission near you.
Do I have to quit smoking to become a resident?
You will have to commit to becoming nicotine free, but we will help. We offer counsel along with nicotine patches and allow other medically prescribed methods to be implemented. The majority of those who attempt to quit during their stay find success.
Can I bring my service animal?
For liability reasons we cannot accept service animals.
Community Resources
“If we can’t do it, we know who can!”
We realize that our program at the Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission may not meet the needs of every member of our community. If you are in need of assistance that we aren’t able to provide, take a look below at some of the resources available in Josephine County.
Find More Help in Grants Pass
ROC Food Pantry
The purpose of the ROC Food Pantry is to fight hunger and feed hope so that no-one in our community goes hungry. Food is distributed Thursdays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am to 12noon.
Located at:
564 SW Foundry Street
Grants Pass, OR 97526
The Sobering Center
It is the mission of the Grants Pass Sobering Center to care for individuals impaired by substance use, to reach out to those individuals for the purpose of cultivating hope and to refer the individuals to and collaborate with community partners in order to maximize the individual’s opportunity to recover and to improve their quality of life.
Located at:
1010 SW Foundry St
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Pregnancy Care Center
The Pregnancy Care Center provides free pregnancy testing, nurse consultations, limited OB ultrasound (in most cases) and verification of pregnancy that can be used to apply for OHP. Free pregnancy and early parenting support and education classes are offered.
Call: 541-479-6264
Dial 211
“I’m new to town and I need help locating resources!” 211info empowers Oregon and Southwest Washington communities by helping people identify, navigate, and connect with the local resources they need.
Call: 211
Text: “ZIP” to 898211
Leave Us a Note
Have a question, or something you’d like to share with us? Leave us a note!
Note: For urgent requests, please call the Mission’s front desk at: 541-476-0082