Homeless Ally 2

Homeless Services Certification

What Will You Learn?

  • Safe Street Engagement Fundamentals: Learn proven techniques for safely approaching and building trust with homeless individuals, prioritizing safety for everyone involved.
  • Explore the Street Care App and Toolkit: Become familiar with the mobile and web-based platform for logging time-stamped, geolocated interactions, posting specific needs (e.g., “John on Fourth Street needs diabetic-friendly food”), coordinating events, and possibly connecting with volunteers with specialized skills, such as medical professionals.
  • Mentoring and Wellness Education: Learn to share essential health and wellness tips, including nutrition guidance, dental care advice, and mindfulness exercises, while providing ongoing emotional support and peer-based coaching.
  • Community Building Across Boundaries: Understand how Street Care builds community among volunteers and homeless individuals, breaking misperceptions and fostering mutual understanding. Access peer support and one-on-one phone or Zoom help from our team for real-time guidance while in the field.
  • Local Leadership and Chapter Development: For those interested and ready, explore how to become a local coordinator or leader to start Street Care chapters in your area, leverage food rescue partnerships with local stores, and build sustainable grassroots volunteer teams.