HomeAgain: Shelter and Support for Richmond's Homeless

Dedicated to helping homeless individuals and families in metro Richmond, HomeAgain provides shelter and support services to nearly 200 men, women, children, and veterans every night.

The organization runs two 90-day emergency programs, both located in downtown Richmond: the Espigh Family Shelter for women and children and the Men's Emergency Shelter. Upon their arrival, the men, women, and children who enter HomeAgain's emergency programs are given basic necessities such as healthy food, a warm shower, and a safe place to sleep. They then participate in a scheduled day that sets up the framework for rebuilding their lives. Residents are expected to complete daily chores at the shelters while working, seeking employment, or attending school. They also take part in case management and life skill services, including budgeting and money management, mental health therapy, personal goal development, and substance abuse and relapse prevention counseling.

Additionally, HomeAgain operates two transitional programs: Family INRICH and the Veteran's Transitional Program. In both programs, clients must be committed to making significant life changes and living independently and are given access to intensive case management services.