Beacon Hill serves a unique demographic of highly motivated mothers who are determined to provide a safe home and hope for the future for their children.  We are able to offer these mothers and their children a warm, peaceful place to transition from a desperate situation into a place of self-reliance. 

We would love to answer any questions you may have about our program.  Below are many frequently asked questions about Beacon Hill, however if your question is not answered, please feel free to contact a representative at info@beaconhillak.com.

Q:  What does Beacon Hill offer?

A:  Beacon Hill is a temporary housing facility for homeless mothers with children.  Beacon Hill has 5 fully furnished Guest units in apartment-style living.  Each Guest home has:
  -  attractively decorated bedrooms for each family
  -  private restroom in each unit
  -  private dining areas
  -  safe, warm living areas
  -  television with a DVD player and/or VHS player.

Additionally, there are common laundry facilities on-site, large shared kitchen areas, an over-sized indoor kid's playroom, 2 acres of fully landscaped yard, a lot of privacy.  Each Guest will have professional case management and an assigned Support Family to help transition into complete self-sufficiency.

 Q:  How does a homeless mother with children get a home at Beacon Hill?

A:  Each Guest family must be referred by a church, non-profit agency or government agency.  Once an application is received for a potential Guest, eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Beacon Hill is not currently equipped to handle high lethality domestic violence case.  High lethality domestic violence cases will be referred to AWAIC or another domestic violence program.  If you would like to refer a homeless mother with children to Beacon Hill, PLEASE CLICK HERE for our guest application.
 

Q:  Who is in charge of Beacon Hill?

A:  Beacon Hill is operated and organized by a group of volunteers compelled by the love of Jesus to see their community changed.  These volunteers each recognize that we are ALL in need of help and community.  Additionally, Beacon Hill has 3 staff positions - a Case Manager who is responsible for the guests goals, fees, and case planning; and an Executive Director, who operates as the hands and feet of the Board of Directors; and the Resident's Manager, who maintains the smoothe running of the home for each guest.

 

Q:  How much does it cost to stay at Beacon Hill?

A:  Each guest is charged a fee of 30% of their gross monthly income, which is due on the 1st of every month.  If/when a guest a transitions into permanent housing by successfully completing the Beacon Hill goals and requirements, 1/2 of the fees that guest paid are transferred to the guest's new landlord for a security deposit and rent.

Q:  How long is the average stay at Beacon Hill?

A:  Guests are provided with weekly case management, which outlines reasonable goals that are to be met by the month's end.  If these goals are met, the guest's stay is extended another month.  This can continue indefinitely until that successfully moves into permanent housing.  Some guests are ready within the month, however most stays are between 3 and 6 months.

Q:  How can you be involved?

A: Beacon Hill is always ready to involve positive people who are eager to serve the homeless population.  From the Support Family program to dinners for new guests, from grounds maintenance to the sharing of valuable life-skills, there is a place for everyone to plug in.  If you would like to apply for a volunteer or intern position at Beacon Hill, please email us at info@beaconhillak.com.  All volunteers are required to complete a background and application process.

Q:  How is Beacon Hill funded?

A: Beacon Hill is a completely grass roots organization funded entirely through the generosity of private donors.  If you would like to donate financially, please visit our online donations page which allows you to pay conveniently with your PayPal account or credit card.