EXPAND SERVICES. STREAMLINE COSTS. TRANSFORM LIVES.

Impact

Transforming Lives Together We will create a brighter future for the growing numbers in need in Central Oregon

Bethlehem Inn has now doubled its capacity to serve families and increased our capacity for single adults by 30%, while  improving the quality of service for people experiencing homelessness.  We have broadened our community partnerships, and at the same time reduced the cost per person participating in our program.  The new facility makes it possible for Bethlehem Inn to remain viable for generations to come, securing a permanent impact on the character of the region as a hub for economic equality and inclusion.

Family Residences and Service Hub: Complete!

  • Increases service capacity for families by 100%.
  • Expanded area for program services will increase supports for all residents and create opportunities to deepen collaboration with community service partners.
  • Commercial kitchen supports on-site meal preparation.
  • Ten rooms will serve approximately 120 families per year, a total of 360 family members.

Residences for Single Men and Women:  Complete!

  • Increases service capacity for single men and women by 30%.
  • More efficient space planning increases privacy, dignity and security.
  • Fully accessible for people with disabilities.
  • Enhanced security features.
  • Supports programming on-site.

Both buildings meet the following objectives

  • Energy efficiency features streamline operations.
  • Fully accessible for people with disabilities.
  • Design fully supports delivery of Bethlehem Inn services to residents.

Transforming LivesJasmine’s Story

beth_square_images_11Sometimes the best way to understand the impact of Bethlehem Inn is through a story: Jasmine was fleeing an abusive partner. With her four children, she moved in with friends in Bend. Working hard every day to juggle three part-time jobs and parenting, she found her herself homeless when the temporary living situation ended. Fortunately, a school counselor recommended Bethlehem Inn. It took about 30 days at the Inn for Jasmine to get her family needs sorted out. We helped Jasmine and family find an apartment, and access additional resources. Jasmine now has a future. Her children are stable in school, and she is advancing her own education while making enough to live on through her work.