MEN’S HOSTEL

Supportive Accommodation
Part of the holistic and integrated Evangelical and Social Services of
THE SALVATION ARMY, PALMERSTON NORTH

MISSION STATEMENT

Providing supportive accommodation
and assistance to disadvantaged and
marginalised men who are making positive
lifestyle charges

Services Provided
  • Emergency and medium term accommodation for up to 17 men.
  • The facility is supervised by staff 24 hours each day, 7 days per week.
  • Mixture of shared and single rooms.
  • Support with alcohol and drug detoxification in an abstinence based setting.
  • Assessment and referral to the Bridge addiction rehabilitation programme.
  • Practical guidance, support and help.
  • Social rehabilitation.
  • Working towards reintegration within the wider community.
  • Support with the activities of daily living.
  • Networking, liaison and referral to specialist services.
  • Advocacy with other agencies.
  • Qualified counselling available.
  • Budgeting advice.
  • Trust Account for custodial budgeting for those without a personal bank account.
  • Supporting men in their spiritual journey towards a Christian faith.
  • Support and liaison with Justice Services (Police, Court, Probation and Prison).
Some of the residents enjoying the facilities of the hostel

Statistics
  • The Salvation Army has been providing this service in Palmerton North for approximately 35 years.
  • Approx 120 men supported each year.
  • Length of stay varies for one night to two years plus.
  • Age range for 18yrs to 80 yrs plus.
  • Approx 5200 bed nights each year.

House Rules


require clients:
  • To remain free of the use of alcohol and drugs while living at the Hostel.
  • To be respectful to staff and other clients.
  • Not to use or threaten violence or intimidation.
  • To observe a curfew between 10pm and 5am.
  • To take responsibility for personal decisions and behaviour.
  • To work with staff to establish an Individual Client Plan and do all you can to make it succeed.
  • To pay weekly board.

Some reasons for seeking help a the Hostel include


  • Homeless
  • Relationship breakdown
  • Addiction problems including alcohol, drugs and gambling.
  • Financial problems
  • Emotional distress
  • Poor mental health
  • Requiring bail or parole address acceptable to the Police and Court
  • Recently released from prison


Admission Criteria


  • Honesty with regard to situation and background
  • Have an identified support need
  • Be willing to address personal issues
  • Be willing to comply with House Rules
  • Be willing to live a sober lifestyle
  • Be a male over 18 years of age
  • Be willing to accept medical or psychiatric treatment if required




      • Meet some of the staff (from left to right)
      Mike, Murray, Philip (Eichler) and Philip (Twigge)

      For more information contact Philip Eichler:
      At the Citadel on the corner of Church and Princess Streets.

      Phone: 06 353 3459
      Fax: 06 353 3464
      Cell: 0274 860 370
      Email: sapn.mh@xtra.co.nz