Our Shelter
During their time at St. Paul’s Center, residents will experience a comfortable, safe, and welcoming environment. With eight rooms, plenty of common areas, and internet access, mothers are able to spend their time searching for apartments and finding employment without feeling overcrowded. Yet, our shelter maintains a sense of community through family dinners each night.
"St.Paul's helped me see that I'M POSSIBLE. St. Paul's was the bridge to my brighter future."
Heather R.
Our shelter spans two floors, providing a peaceful, spacious atmosphere. Designated quiet hours and curfews help to ensure restful nights in a safe setting. Our location in Rensselaer allows for easy access to public transportation. Amenities including toiletries and diapers (most of which are kindly donated) are available upon request.
OUR SHELTER TEAM PROVIDES GUESTS WITH SUPPORTIVE SERVICES INCLUDING
Case Management
Employment Support
Crisis Intervention
Nutrition Education
Budgeting
%
OF FAMILIES REMAIN STABLY HOUSED AFTER 1 YEAR
%
Discharged to a Positive Environment
Families Sheltered
%
Do Not Return to Homelessness
Sheltered Hearts Program
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St. Paul’s Center is always looking for volunteers for our babysitting program. We are looking for generous volunteers to facilitate fun, educational activities with the children staying at our shelter. This allows mothers to continue working during their stay, run errands, and attend appointments.
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Donate to our Wish List
Support St. Paul’s Center and local families in need by donating to our wish list. Our shelter is always in need of items to help make our guests feel at home during their time with us.
Kitchen Items
- Pots and pans
- Serving utensils
- Matching dishes, glasses, and cups
- Coffee pots
- Can openers
- Strainers
- Microwave ovens
- Dish drainers
- Mixing bowls
- Cutting boards
- Tupperware (matching lids w/ bottoms)
- Toasters/toaster ovens
Bedroom/Bathroom Items*
- Shower curtains
- Shower liners
- Toilet brushes
- Towels
- Washcloths
- Toiletries
- Deodorant
- Sheets (twin size)
- Pillow cases
- Blankets (twin size)
*Must be new and unused
Baby/Child Items
- Diapers
- Baby wipes
- Walkers
- Pack n’ Plays
- Rattles/infant toys
- Infant/toddler clothing
- Car/booster seats (inspected by NYS Police if used)
Miscellaneous Items
- Gift cards (Target, Wal-Mart, Hannaford, Price Chopper and ShopRite)
- Iron/ironing board
- Sewing Kits
- Birthday cards, candles, cake mix*
- Bus tokens
- Pajamas/slippers*
*Must be new and unused
Feel like giving? Check out our Amazon wishlist to donate items to our Rensselaer shelter the next time you’re shopping!
Next time you shop at smile.amazon.com, choose St. Paul’s Center as your charity and we will receive 0.5% of your purchase at no cost to you!