Hancock Hope House Inc

Hope House operates 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week. Our vision to self-sufficiency is finding long term solutions, allowing each individual and family an opportunity to create a plan of action that will lead them to a stable housing situation. Our program recommends a commitment of 30, 60, 90 or 120 days.

We do not charge any fees to any of our clients. Our clients do chores and other duties around the shelter. In addition, there are other guidelines that are required to be met during their stay with us. All of these guidelines are reviewed thoroughly at admission with each client.
The Hancock Hope House Homeless Shelter is a private 501c3 non-profit organization that serves the homeless population in Hancock, Shelby and Rush Counties.It is the only shelter for these three counties. In addition to shelter for individuals and families the Hancock Hope House provides food, clothing and life skills classes to the residents.
Admission Criteria
Be and remain Alcohol and Drug Free
Have a solid connection with Hancock, Henry, Rush and Shelby Counties
Have a current photo ID for a criminal warrant check
Have the ability to care for yourself
Have the ability to do general housekeeping duties for the shelter
Have the ability to seek and hold employment
Have no prior or current charges of violent offenses
Have no prior or current charges of sexual offenses
Must observe shelter curfews
Must adhere to staff recommendations on achieving self-sufficiency
Must adhere to daily and weekly chore schedule
Must adhere to safety guidelines
Domestic abuse situations are referred to other providers
Must have letter of verification of homeless status