Resources
Everyone needs help from time to time and we understand that. That's why we've compiled a comprehensive list of resources that address most of the requests and questions we receive. Whether you're looking for guidance, support, or answers, you'll find valuable information here to assist you.
United Way
United Way connects you with community resources. They work with individuals, businesses, school districts, private foundations, the public sector, and other community partners.
Call: 211
Text your zip code to 898-211
Email: 211staff@uwchatt.org
Family Justice Center
Creates a personal safety plan, finds a safe place for you, children, and pets, education regarding domestic violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking, help obtaining orders of protection, emotional support, and free counseling.
Phone: 423-643-7600
Address: 5707 Uptain Road
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Union Gospel Mission
This program is designed to be a six month residential program for men seeking to address "life-controlling" issues in their lives. The majority of clients in this program come from a background of drug addiction and/or alcoholism.
Phone: 423-752-4998
Address: 124 Signal Hills Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Shepherd’s Arm Rescue Mission
This is a nightly shelter program, also known as Chattanooga Rescue Mission.
Phone: 423-821-8363
Address: 1512 S Holtzclaw Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Homeless Health Care Center
This is where the majority of our program referrals come from. You can obtain a case worker and learn of other resources that will get your immediate needs met.
Phone: 423-209-5800
Address: 730 E 11th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37403
Maclellan Shelter for Families
This is a three-month program accepting families and men. They collaborate with community partners and support clients to find housing, clothing, food, and care as well as education, job-skills training, financial literacy and life-skills learning.
Phone: 423-756-4222
Address: 717 E 11th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37403
Family Promise of Greater Chattanooga
Our Mission. To help families experiencing homelessness and low-income families achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response.
Phone: 423-756-3891
Address: 1184 Baldwin Street Chattanooga, TN 37403
Other Resources
Salvation Army
Helping families break the crisis cycle and taking a path out of intergenerational poverty. Food Boxes, Medicine and Utility Bills assistance. Helping inmates rebuild their ties to the community and becoming productive citizens.
Phone: 423-756-1023
Address: 822 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Metropolitan Ministries
Various services including housing, financial, nutrition, personal hygiene items, medical services, veterinary services, English as a Second Language classes, & additional homeless services
Phone: 423-624-9650
Address: 4001 Rossville Boulevard
Chattanooga, TN 37407
Restore 6:34 Inc
Restores lives of formerly incarcerated women.
Phone: 706-705-9834
Address: PO Box 1112
LaFayette, GA 30728
Bethel Bible Village
Provides children's residential care and a private school education for children facing adversity.
Phone: 423-842-5757
Address: 3001 Hamill Road
Hixson, TN 37343
Office of Family Empowerment
Energy assistance, headstart, housing assistance.
Phone: 423-643-6434
Harbor Safe House in Cleveland
Serves victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Bradley and Polk Counties.
Phone: 423-476-3886
Address: 3680 Michigan Avenue NE
Cleveland, TN 37323
Chattanooga Regional Homeless Coalition
The Chattanooga Regional Homeless Coalition exists to lead, coordinate, and strengthen efforts to reduce and end homelessness in Southeast Tennessee.
Phone: 423-710-1501
Address: 600 N Holtzclaw Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Partnership for Family, Children, and Adults
Domestic violence emergencies.
Phone: 423-755-2700
Front Desk: 423-755-2891
Address: 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite E-3
Chattanooga, TN 37411
The House of Refuge
For men - addiction, poverty, incarceration
Phone: 423-475-3201
Address: 3418 St. Elmo Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37409
McNabb Center
Offering mental healthcare, substance abuse treatment, social services, and victim services.
Phone: 423-266-6751
Address: 4 Locations in Hamilton County
findhelp.org
Search by zip code for help for various needs
Her Song
Her Song exists to interrupt the cycle of human trafficking by empowering survivors with holistic support to champion their journey toward freedom.
Phone: 904-513-0203
Address: 3680 Michigan Avenue NE
Cleveland, TN 37323