The Crisis Relief Program delivers aid to people in St. Louis City and County and St. Charles who are in active crisis. These services include referral to the appropriate social service agencies, meals, water, personal hygiene, weather appropriate clothing, tents, heaters, propane and other items.
All Among Us operates the Crisis Relief Program through a group of trained volunteers. We collaborate with other social services and safety net organizations.
The legacy of All Among Us began with this very type of engagement in the homeless community. It was one of the first services we delivered. In continuing to provide crisis relief, we gain continuous insight into the types of transformative services that are needed by individuals.
In addition, we also offer relief for emergent situations during extreme weather conditions such as tornadoes, flooding, heat waves and cold snaps.
It is widely perceived that individuals become homeless after running out of money. In reality, people become homeless when they run out of relationships. They no longer have relationships with parents, siblings, spouses, or significant others, and often no relationship with their own children. What we bring is a willingness to listen. Establishing relationships with the unhoused helps them to learn who to trust. Then, we can help direct them to relevant services to address their health needs.
