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 in crisis (rape or domestic violence). Currently has 5 beds and allows a seven day stay. It also has 20 beds in supportive housing for HIV+ or dual-diagnosis women with a stay up to 18 months (see below). 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.
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.
The drop-in is open between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm daily for referrals and case management. Call (415) 487-2140 (24 hours) for an intake interview.
