As we “re-open”, to new guests and the public, we will continue to observe pandemic precaution with de-densified dormitories, a campus re-configuration, regular health screenings, masks and heightened sanitation. The significant change will be the new “Path Off the Streets” for our unhoused neighbors. This path begins with access to a 14- day stay in our low barrier Rescue Shelter. The shelter can be accessed at our west campus gate at 2nd and Chambers Street via a 9 a.m. check-in (or lottery) time. The Rescue Shelter stay will be capped at 14 days. A Rescue Shelter guest will have the opportunity for continued shelter and services if the guest seeks admission to our transformational programming.
The next step of a guest’s stay involves transition from the Rescue Shelter to the 21-day Pre-Program in either our Men’s Center or our Women’s Center which will be sober and secure. (Please note there will be a separate check-in procedure and programs for Mothers with Children that can be accessed at the Eugene Mission Women & Children’s Center.)
There is a path for anyone who is willing to work on themselves and who is safe to be a part of our community here at the Eugene Mission. Our Revitalization Programs are welcoming and provide a personalized plan based on the individual’s goals and social, vocational, mental, and physical health challenges. The individualized plans will support our guests in addressing barriers.
There are two primary Revitalization paths: Life Change or R3 Academy (Rescue ~ Revitalize ~ Restore). If a person’s primary barrier is an addiction, Life Change is an 18-month relapse prevention program designed to provide the tools for a meaningful life in sobriety including supports for securing employment and housing. R3 Academy is a 6-month program with a series of tracks designed to address a range of barriers and goals. A person would not be restricted to only 6 months in R3 Academy. A person with steep barriers or circumstances beyond their control (such as availability of affordable housing!) would continue with the R3 Academy even after their graduation at 6 months provided they are continuing to move forward with their goals. Mission staff and volunteer instructors will work with guests on life skills and provide mentoring and coaching for the duration of their stay at the Eugene Mission.