Red Deer Shelter

Hot meals and snacks are provided throughout the day, ensuring that guests receive the nourishment they need. Meal times may vary, but staff work diligently to ensure that everyone has access to regular, balanced meals.

24/7 shelter spaces are available for individuals and couples of all genders. Guests can access these spaces through the main entrance at any time, day or night. 

All shelter guests have access to clean blankets and towels, clothing (subject to availability), showers, laundry, social and health supports, and more. 

A range of storage options is available to guests, from self-serve lockers to a staff-monitored storage room for extra security.

24/7 intox shelter beds are available for community members who are heavily intoxicated and in need of additional support and care. 

All shelters offer access to clean blankets & towels, storage, clothing (subject to availability), nutrition, water, naloxone kits, showers, laundry, social and health supports, and more. 

Health services at the Red Deer Shelter are provided by an on-site registered nurse (RN) and healthcare aides, with additional visits from other health professionals within and outside of Hope Mission. This ensures guests receive prompt attention for immediate health concerns, along with referrals and connections to broader medical resources if needed. 

Through a partnership with Alberta Health Services, an on-site home care nurse provides additional care for community members, such as wound care and catheter replacement. 

Clothing items are available at the Red Deer Shelter on a 24/7 basis. Please note: all clothing items are subject to availability. 

Laundry services for personal items are available during daytime hours. 

CarePoint Wellness Centre provides assistance with ID services. These services include Alberta general ID, personal healthcare number (PHN) cards, and birth certificates. Currently community members can also access these services at the Navigation Centre, which is located in the basement of the Karis Centre.

Showers are available at the Red Deer Shelter on a 24/7 basis. This includes access to towels, shampoo/soap and other hygiene supplies. 

The on-site Rapid Response Team (RRT) responds to any emergent medical needs in the Red Deer Shelter and surrounding area. It also provides an indoor recovery space for community members.