In January 2008, People's City Mission opened the Curtis Center, a supportive, transitional housing center for 60 men. The Curtis Center is a secure building with private sleeping rooms. Each room has a refrigerator, microwave and sink and is wired for basic cable TV services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, three congregate meals, a community lounge, a library for reading or study, two outdoor courtyards, and 24-hour staff. Men must apply and be accepted into this program. The maximum stay is 24 months. Rent is $319 per month.

Each man in the Curtis Center is enrolled in the Genesis Project, a pathway to hope and healing, and selects one of the four tracks for study: Spiritual, Vocational, Recovery or Educational. Each track includes classes, counseling and services designed to promote emotional health and economic self-sufficiency. Curtis Center guests are eligible for part-time, temporary employment at People's City Mission to enable them to create a work history. Peope's City Mission was awarded a grant for veterans that will pay their rent at the Curtis Center. Contact Edie McNeese at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for info.