Everyday, the IRC doors open at 8 AM. Everyday, between 180 and 200 people walk through those doors.
At the IRC, they will find a warm place to be in the cold months, and a cool place in the warm months.
They will be able to have help finding jobs, housing, and medical help.
They can take a shower, do laundry, make a resume, use the phones, get a haircut, and gather their mail.
2012: By the Numbers
Intakes: 2,131
Employment
Temporary jobs secured: 154
Part time jobs secured: 126
Full time permanent jobs secured: 132
Total jobs secured: 412
Housing
Emergency Shelter: 260
Transitional housing: 42
Residential treatment: 7
Permanent housing: 279 (including 120 children)
Total individuals housed or sheltered: 588
