Nashville Rescue Mission

Emergency Shelter Separate men's shelter and women and children shelter.
Men's Campus
639 Lafayette Street
Nashville, TN 37203-4226

Women's Campus
1716 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37208

Program for men:
The men's life-recovery program uses a Christ-centered approach to helping men 18 and over resolve personal problems and chemical addictions. During his time in the program, a man will receive Christian counseling, participate in work therapy, learn how to heal from past wounds and develop new and healthy ways of coping. He will also get the chance to study the Bible and participate in the education program to improve his academic and employment skills or obtain his GED. A life-recovery graduate contributes to the community by finding gainful employment and moving into stable housing. More importantly, a man is made spiritually whole, with many years ahead to build and grow God's kingdom. After graduating, men also have the opportunity to move into the Mission's transitional housing until they are able to get back on their feet and find permanent housing. More information and requirements are below.

Program for women
Women who are homeless, abused or chemically dependent can find refuge, safety and healing at the Nashville Rescue Mission. During her stay, a woman will receive Christian counseling, including one-on-one as well as group sessions, learn how to heal from past wounds and open up to new, healthy relationships. She will also have an opportunity to study the Bible and participate in the education program in order to improve her academic and employment skills or obtain her GED. Mothers are also taught good parenting techniques. Bright colors, open spaces and play areas help kids regain their childhood. Each woman and her children enjoy time together where they can establish a feeling of safety and a sense home. After graduating, women have the opportunity to move into the Mission's transitional housing until they are able to get back on their feet and find permanent housing.



Emergency Services
- Food
- Shelter
- Clothing
- Hot Showers and Personal Hygiene
- Day Room
- Counseling
- Spiritual Encouragement
The Nashville Rescue Mission operates two campuses. The main campus houses the administrative offices, as well as services for men. The second campus houses all services for women and children. Each location is applicable to the emergency services described below.

Food
If you or your loved ones are in immediate need of food, the Nashville Rescue Mission serves 3 meals a day and we are open 365 days a year.

Meal Times:
Men's Campus: Monday-Saturday
Breakfast - 5:30 a.m.
Lunch - noon
Dinner - 6:00 p.m.

Men's Campus: Sundays
Breakfast - 6:00 a.m.
Lunch - noon
Dinner - 6:00 p.m.

Women's Campus: Monday-Sunday
Breakfast - 6:30 a.m.
Lunch - 11:00 a.m.
Dinner - 5:00 p.m.

Shelter
If you are homeless and wish to escape the dangers of sleeping on the street, you can find safe shelter at the Nashville Rescue Mission. We are open 365 days a year.

Bed assignments are given out on a first-come, first-serve basis following shower times, which are from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and again from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Clothing
If you or your loved ones are in immediate need of clothing, the Nashville Rescue Mission's clothing rooms are open from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday. Clothing is available free of charge.

Hot Showers and Personal Hygiene
Restrooms, hot showers and personal hygiene supplies are all available, including diapers. Showers are open from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and again from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Day Room
Separate enclosed courtyards and spacious indoor assembly areas provide a safe, environment for hundreds of men, women and children to spend their daylight hours when environmental factors (too hot, too cold, rain, snow) might otherwise put them at risk.

Counseling
Caring counselors, who provide assistance and referrals for employment, housing, government aid, life-recovery and other services, assess each individual's unique circumstances.