Community Awareness & Treatment Services, Inc. (CATS) - A Woman's Place - Howard Street
From San Francisco Homeless Resource
1049 Howard Street (between 6th & 7th), 94103
415-487-2140
415-703-9657 (FAX)
24-hours/7-days
An entry level emergency shelter for homeless women. Provides on-site services including breakfast, lunch and dinner, referrals, housing and medical information, substance abuse counseling, art therapy and case management. Staff are available for one-on-one peer counseling with guests on a 24 hour basis. Can accommodate 40 women. Registration for the lottery held at 39 Fell St. Clients 55 and older can register on-site. 9 substance abuse slots for women.
The SHP and Care programs allow women to stay for up to 18 months. Fees include 30% of income (no fee for one night stays). Must be seen by appointment by an intake worker to be put on waiting list. The Primary Substance Abuse Program based on the 12-Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous offers 30-120 days stay.
