The journey to
STABILITY
starts here.

Stephen Center partners with individuals, families, and the community to overcome homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health concerns.

The journey to
STABILITY
starts here.

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Stephen Center’s Impact In Omaha

Stephen Center is dedicated to providing essential services to those in need, offering warm meals, safe lodging, and a supportive environment for individuals experiencing homelessness, substance abuse, and housing instability. With the help of our dedicated volunteers, we strive to create an environment that provides dignity and respect for all. A place where we nourish not only the body, but also the soul. Here is a snapshot of some of our key metrics from 2024.

78,715

nights of lodging

838

people served

236,145

meals offered

50,245

volunteer hours

Caring for Omaha’s Most Vulnerable: Stephen Center Programs

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Shelter that Keeps a Family Together

Stephen Center’s Pettigrew Emergency Shelter is the only shelter in the Omaha area that keeps families together when seeking a place to stay. We provide safe shelter and case management for individuals and all types of family dynamics without separation.

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HERO Substance Abuse Treatment

Stephen Center’s HERO Addiction Recovery program provides short-term and long-term treatment for individuals facing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We help them overcome all the barriers to find lasting recovery.

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Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH)

Stephen Center’s Permanent Supportive Housing program provides affordable housing and case management for individuals and families facing high barriers, including mental health challenges and physical disabilities, ensuring long-term stability and support.

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