Union Rescue Mission

Category: Homeless shelter in Los Angeles, California

Address: 545 San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA

Phone: +12133476300

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Jonathan l

Aug 14, 2022

This is the worst place to go when you need help with the child they were running your numbers like the police department and are more interested in politics than a family unit and like a thief in the night they will arrange your your kids to be taken in the middle of the night and throw you out on the streets of skid row at 2:00 in the morning with no care they're more interested and doing good God has loved that is not love that is conforming to the government prison this is the farthest thing from a helpful people of a church and of God more like a government facility they had two cops with guns two in the morning to read my child total family separation for the family not looking for the root of the problem to see if they can help in any way or turn us over to the government with no crime being committed they over left too because of the place because of their own wrong good I will not donate help or even can send anybody there unless I wanted someone to see what county jail was like when I remember in the 90s lol they shouldn't hide behind the glory of God doing evil things as they do someone dear God please help them so they know not what they do I guess they're la gangsters that started working with the police go figure like all the rest who's real

Amy Bryan

May 29, 2022

Horrible horrible place smh it’s not sanitary to say the least…. No private bathroom/ shower…. The food is barely edible and has caused me and my child food poisoning…They don’t care if you have a severe allergy to something they expect you to eat it or starve. The health department needs to go shut it down.The staff and security are mean and thinks that they are better than the clients and thinks that it’s ok to talk to and treat us anyway they feel. Donations get searched through and they take all the good stuff for themselves and give the leftovers to the clients. all the financial donations that Andy Bales gets could help this place be so much better than what it is now but instead he just builds more buildings and he will ignore you when he’s in the elevator too when you try to politely greet him with a hello smh I guess that staying in a tent in front of the urm and losing a leg didn’t soften his heart. Matthew Bennett is the ONLY person who works there who is sincere and honest and the rest are just in it for a paycheck…..

O'Donna “Boochie Daniels” Daniels

Mar 13, 2022

The staff here are really unprofessional an bias. They only try to hop California residents and try to force you to do things you don't wan to do. My experience with this staff is a really bad one and I feel like they shouldn't have jealous women like this operate a shelter that is supposed to help pretty women getting harassed on the streets by the people that live on the streets. I don't wan to be harassed by the grungy townspeople trying to make babies with me and don't want me to have my already conceived kids. They are dirty and try to force themselves on people and act fake friendly and try to control you. I pass

Omar A. Muhammad

Feb 6, 2020

Today I got to hang out with the seeds of hope! These are the men qualifying to become one of the URM recovery program. They are raw men fresh off the street. They challenge me with how they see themselves in the program. I instill in them value and positive self image from a biblical perspective through my Mystery of Addiction group session. I also serv as site Pastor of Faithful Central Bible Church. We hold live dynamics high energy worship and WORD services every Sunday. Doors open at 9AM. We are the family of Champions! We are Love In Action!

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Questions & Answers

When food and donations are delivered why are staff members rummaging through food and clothing taking the best items and best food for themselves, not to mention being bias, if you check to see who the majority of who the staff are then you will see

Ignacio Villalobos | Aug 21, 2018
Felicia Range | Aug 21, 2019

Hello, the obvious to think negative about things because of past experiences. So I volunteered from out of town. I want you to know that there are a lot of people from all walks of life first of all who really do not know Jesus. 1. All donations have to be search through and check for inappropriate donations including food for security purpose, health and safety issues. 2. In some cases, the staff there may be homless or part of the program and are allowed to pick out stuff and I am not sure of all the rules. Like URM, to is a donation based and volunteer bases so some stuff people donated can be either outdated or does not meet standard. The best thing to do is make sure you are right, and see if you can volunteer to help out. Also, a lot of homeless people have issues just like those who are not. Pray for those people . Some people come there are not right and can be a hinderance to those who are really in need. The quiet ones who get overlooked. Pray against those demonic spirits

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Everything that MJ is saying is true.. He's allowing for the staff to throw out as single mom of 4. SHE HAS NO WHERE TO GO and they haven't helped her At All. They keep giving her different excuses of why she has to leave.. It's totally unfair.

Tony Martinez | Aug 21, 2018
MJ | Aug 21, 2018

Thank you Tony for the support. We have to continue to speak the truth regarding the URM and hopefully others will also. I pray and hope that one day they will try to do better for the women's there. It's sad how they are treated with little regard. I heard another woman recently died in the chapel. That place has alot of spirits. Yet the owners and staff only care about getting money and good donations.

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Yes! the people who are home less can eat n sleep at the rescue union mission dtn L.A.

Shala Crowley fields | Aug 21, 2018
Shala Crowley fields | Aug 21, 2018

Yes the rescue union. Helps people who are homeless but they do have rules to abide by mission rules.

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We need someone to go undercover only then you will see, these staff members are real slick, bet they're reading this before I finish typing it.

Ignacio Villalobos | Aug 21, 2018
Melvin Taylor | Aug 21, 2018

Why Would someone write something like this I know this Mission has done so Much For Me and Others I have Witnessed This WITH My Own Eyes some People will Find Something Wrong No Matter What so You must Experience the Mission On Your Own God Bless

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Wanted to donate clothing to this facility but after reading comments I'll seeking another place to make my donations

nirrad ekimrac | Aug 21, 2019
M. A. G. | Aug 20, 2020

Salvation Army is anti-gay, Goodwill exploits their disabled workers. Honestly, it's really hard to find a reputable place to donate to.

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Why is this person so up set, maybe because they can't get it his or her way, I have been to a few rescue missions and they are good helping people I hope I could go to this mission and see for myself

Freddie Nunez | Aug 21, 2018
Arthur d Holmes | Aug 21, 2018

For a bed OK for service not so good

Hi, I have a friend in LA who is homeless and needs help getting on his feet with a job and safe place to stay. He is young, very introverted, no drugs/no recovery services needed. Will Union Mission be able to help him?

Merium K | Aug 21, 2018
Sean Downey | Aug 21, 2018

For a job please send him to CHRYSALIS on 5th and Main. They will help and support him in many ways. I've been through their program and I continue to use their services to this day. They helped me with housing and a job.

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My cousin has no where to go he needs a place to eat and sleep can he come there

Sabrina Thomas | Aug 21, 2018
Callylynn jones | Aug 21, 2018

The union rescue mission, don't want help ,homeless people .the Union rescue mission employees are hypocrites and don't care about the community,and welfare of poor people. It's not a good place ,to try to start over..urm employees will stand in your way..look to god for help...

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Rules that they make up as they go because no one is ever on the same page

Tony Martinez | Aug 21, 2018
Brandon Mack | Jun 21, 2022

I'm Brandon Mack for my birthday I went in to the shelter to change my life Union rescue mission do a great job Help those who want help I love the union rescue mission thank you Rev Andy Bales thank you so much for your help and support

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why do people get put out for defend them self our stand up for what is right and I am telling everyone i had food poisoning from that place and the foos is not that good at all

clever mcneal | Aug 21, 2018
Sharmeka Bentley | Aug 21, 2018

Start all over again

Can you live in this shelter

Lovely Mamash | Aug 20, 2020
Union Rescue Mission | Aug 20, 2020

Hello, you can live at Union Rescue Mission for as long as you need to. Please reach out if you need assistance. God bless!

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Can you go back to mission even if you left like 2 weeks ago?

HBG LiLLY | Aug 21, 2019
David Robinson | Aug 21, 2019

Yes there just going to reverify your information all over again...

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is it too late to sign up for bed tickets

maria botts | Aug 21, 2019
David Robinson | Aug 21, 2019

In take hours start at 1.30pm over flow for women starts at 7.00pm

When do you serve Christmas dinner meal for homeless

Allen Martinez | Aug 21, 2019
Melissa Henderson | Aug 21, 2019

I dont know I'm not there no more

How do i get a bed at the Union Rescue Mission?

Steven Gray | Aug 21, 2018
Sean Downey | Aug 21, 2018

It's a process. You can get an overnight cot by lining up at the front door at around 6pm. At 8:00pm the will allow some people in. The number of people that are let in at 8pm depends on how many extra cots they have. Once you are in speak to one of the workers on how to get a bed ticket. This bed ticket is good for 15 days. You must get a TB test within 8 days of that bed ticket. You can renew the bed ticket every 15 days. To get a BED in the men's guest dorm upstairs on the 2nd floor you must show proof of income, (pay stubs, SSI, etc..) or enrollment in school. The mission is starting to tighten its policies and what I have stated may have changed.

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Can a family with a baby who just became homeless just show up to your location and get emergency shelter ???

Ela Crystal | Jun 21, 2022
Union Rescue Mission | Jun 21, 2022

Absolutely. Alert us by calling me at 626-260-4761 or text same number.

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I have a brand new twin mattress that doesn't fit my bed. Do you take mattresses?

Lilly Rubin | Feb 21, 2022
John Lara | Mar 23, 2022

Yes

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Why do rats run around the women's patio?

Karen Fowler | Jan 22, 2022
Abraham Abdul | Jan 22, 2022

Someone left food outside

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What is it like to volunteer here? Details please

Diane Berlin | Jan 22, 2022
Javier Martinez | Jan 22, 2022

I imagine it being worth while, i was a recipient of the services offered, i stayed there at the shelter. Was great a bed and 3 hot meals daily. Great volunteers/staff who are warm and helpful.

I have knit hats and washcloths for you guys where can I send them

Marvin Hansford | Nov 23, 2021
Union Rescue Mission | Nov 23, 2021

Thank you! Are you closer to our Covina Store at 280 East Arrow Highway or our store at 15918 Whittier Blvd in Whittier?

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How does this homeless shelter work for you have to be in and out a certain time to get a bed and is it a first come first serve?

Jasmine Perez | Aug 20, 2020
Landon Mckinney | Aug 20, 2020

Yes that is true you have to be in at a certain time and you have to leave at a certain time but if you starting from the bottom and trying to make it back to the top this is for you

I'm looking for a shelter. What's better. Union rescue or midnight mission???

michael sierra | Aug 20, 2020
lashaill cook | Aug 20, 2020

Union is better

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How May I Reach Andy Bales??

Carol Miranda | Aug 21, 2019
Daryl Adams | Aug 21, 2019

Never had to go to him. Always went through Kitty. Shes the public relations coordinator. Shes your best bet to talk to him

Do urm...help families with emergency food if they have thier own place

Valeria White | Aug 21, 2019
Jason Nicks | Aug 21, 2019

Yes, you can call and find out what times they serve food for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Do you have any room/beds available?

David “mumbles_vela” | Aug 21, 2019
maceo smith | Aug 21, 2019

It doeant work like that you have to go there in person I say about 12 P.M. and go to tue window thats through the back and talk to them

I’d like to donate. Will the rescue mission pick up? For I am disabled. Thank you.

Irma Mata | Aug 21, 2019
KLR 420 | Aug 21, 2019

Hello Ms. Yolie: You can go to their Thrift Store website and follow the steps, depending on the items you are donating. The address is www.urm.org/donate/thrift-store. Thanks

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I would like to donate a box of new unopened toys how do i go about doing this is there a time that i have to bring them by

Stacy Carter | Aug 21, 2019
Chivana Gutierrez | Aug 21, 2019

You can go to the desk and ask like 9am-12pm and ask the security guard tell you want to donate toys to the children on the fourth floor if need be ask for KimJoy Wheaton tell her Chivana sent you thank. I forgot to mention that KimJoy avail able after 12pm

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I HAVE A LOT OF CLOTHES FOR LITTLE GIRL FROM 2 TO 7 BUT I WANT TO BE SURE THESE GET INTO THE HANDS OF THE KIDS THAT REALLY NEED THEM. I DONT WANT TO DONATE TO A PLACE THAT WILL PICK AND CHOOSE WHAT THEY GIVE. CONTACT ME @MWILBURN2407@GMAIL

MARK WILBURN | Aug 21, 2019
maceo smith | Aug 21, 2019

They do pick and choose they show favoritism to the clients they like me my wife and kids were there this year and the treated them less then the hispanic women gave strollers to who they wanted denied her most services that were there

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I am on s.s.d.i. will urm still accept me?

Jason Ryan | Aug 21, 2019
Irving Alvarez | Aug 21, 2019

Yeah they will accept you just have to get in line at 11:30 am to get a bed ticket for the night

So I have a couple of questions,one if I get disability I got to pay to stay there I only get 343.00, two why is Mj so unhappy, maybe because she was not given what she wanted, I was hoping I could go there and get help I am from Texas

Freddie Nunez | Aug 21, 2018
Dunis Arroyi | Aug 21, 2018

Hola freddie lo mejor es que contactes directamente a urm .

Are you open need a place to stay asap

Christine Javi | Aug 21, 2018
Frenchie L'Noir | Aug 21, 2018

Go in and tell the security if they can help you.

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Hypocrites.don't to help homeless people. Employee s have a problem..

Callylynn Jones | Aug 21, 2018
MJ | Aug 21, 2018

This is so true. They have the audacity to call it a Christian faculty but the staff are full of so much greed and hatred. They don't know how to show respect or be professional. They take money, food and donations. Security are overly forceful.

What time do they serve dinner there?

Stan Hatfield | Aug 21, 2018
Bradford Cannon | Aug 21, 2018

2:00pm

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I need emergency shelter for 4 children and two adults they are on the street

Bible Studies Ministry | Aug 21, 2018
Melvin Taylor | Aug 21, 2018

They have a place for you Trust me Please come tell them I said for you to come

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They don't help anyone just keeping the money rolling that's all they're worried about. When the sponsors come through they try to do their jobs once they leave it's back to bs as usual

Dominic Forbes | Aug 13, 2022
Union Rescue Mission | Aug 13, 2022

So sorry you feel this way, Dominic. We have many who have not only been helped, but have their lives transformed and thank us for doing so.

Where do residents park?

Ashley alba | Aug 13, 2022
Tyven Fletcher | Aug 13, 2022

Along the street, as parking comes available, people are eager to be in the position to gain comfort.

Do they accept women and children??

Jessica Armstrong | Jul 21, 2022
Naila | Jul 21, 2022

Absolutely. They will not send you away

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Who is the Director and the Assistant?

Shirley Robbins | May 22, 2022
Union Rescue Mission | May 22, 2022

We also have job openings. Check out URM.org or call our HR Office at 213-347-6300 Andy Bales is President and CEO, and his executive assistant is Celena Juarez, Men’s ministry director is Dan Roleder. Women’s Emergence VP is LaTonja Lindsey Women’s Programs VP is Joy Flores I hope that helps. Blessings, Andy B

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How do I hear see the response how do I see response

Ruben Martinez | Nov 23, 2021
Natkhe “Beautieyfull/Beautiey” Bastet -iru | Dec 23, 2021

Click on reviews

What do I got to do to have my questions answered

Freddie Nunez | Oct 24, 2021
Union Rescue Mission | Oct 24, 2021

It is a very good shelter/rescue mission and call me, Andy Bales, at 626-260-4761 rather than listening to anonymous commentators. Thank you, Freddy.

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Do you send notice to the deceased’s family when a donation is made in someone’s memory?

RedlandsCoolCat1 | Oct 24, 2021
Abraham Abdul | Oct 24, 2021

Yes

how many homeless do they take in every night.

Isabella Wisnieski | Aug 20, 2021
Omi Dreamer | Aug 20, 2021

Call them first - their policies changes due to COVID19. You have to arrive in the daytime.

What time is mail pickup and will I need a urm card to pick up mail

Jess Stamp | Aug 20, 2021
Union Rescue Mission | Aug 20, 2021

On our first floor but due to Covid-19 people need to be I’ve in guests to come and go currently. I am the President and CEO. Check with Post 11 on 1st floor at front of the building or call 213-673-4808 during work hours on week days to learn more. Blessings

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Is there an emergency dentist?

Steph walser | Aug 20, 2021
T. Jedediah Tooley II | Aug 20, 2021

I don't think so

Do you accept married couples?

Kristy Smith | Aug 20, 2021
Gloria Newton | Aug 20, 2021

I'm not sure Kristy, but I'll find out, ok!

Where do people sleep?

Corey Nasario | Aug 20, 2021
Denise Cartwright | Aug 20, 2021

The guests at the URM sleep in dormitory style bunks and cots within the premises.

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I'm moving from miami there should I go here?

Gregory Fox | Aug 20, 2020
Pablo Rivera Jr. | Aug 20, 2020

It's rather iffy, they provide services, to help end homelessness, but I can't say I know two people who were aided in finding suitable housing. The area itself should be nuked and dozed, but going from point A to point B, taking care of the necessary business it'll be a short stay.

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Who takes a person if they pass away? Which hospital? I have called multiple times. I need answers.

Rae Renner | Aug 20, 2020
Rae Renner | Aug 20, 2020

Thank you so much! Do you know if URM keeps the records of who passes away?

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Are there children at this shelter?

Natalie Rodriguez | Aug 20, 2020
Natalie Rodriguez | Aug 20, 2020

I just want to make sure I'm sending clothes to a family place. Thankyou!!

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Wouldn't it be better for people staying in shelter on the day after Thanksgiving to see the news about all the Thanksgiving dinners here? We usually watch the news hours in the AM

Mary Lou Jacobs | Aug 20, 2020
Ms Connor | Aug 20, 2020

You have to register yourself first at intake, there are curfews and they prefer you come before 6pm. You take your identification, social security card. They feed you, clothe you, provide shoes and hygienes, plus support classes and resources.

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When's the best time to come if you want to enroll I'm the program.

George Barnett | Aug 20, 2020
Ms Connor | Aug 20, 2020

They accept families at anytime. Single individuals before 6pm. Must have an I'd and social security card or something with your name and social on it. They do drug test, it is a drug free environment.

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Hello. My name is Joshua. I am currently staying at the URM. I am a SWM, age 44. I have been kicked out of the Seeds of Hope program by a coordinator who had it in for me. How may I rejoin the program?

Mr. Keene (JoJuKeene) | Aug 20, 2020
chuck vanscoy | Aug 21, 2018

Come in and talk to a chaplain and don't try to put blame on anyone just be humble.

I would like to donate used sweaters and jackets for the homeless where can I deliver them to or will you be able to pick up items.

Patsy Carrillo | Aug 20, 2020
DEDRICK EASTER | Aug 20, 2020

Pass the warm clothes out down on Skid Row and then you will ensure personally that the clothes are being utilized immediately.

Ransom ? 27th Ave at Las Americas? 10th Precinct Armed?

Robert Villarreal | Aug 21, 2019
Tashina Saunders | Aug 21, 2019

Be specific

DO I NEED ID TO GET IN?LOST MINE

Al Lutu | Aug 21, 2019
David Robinson | Aug 21, 2019

A replacement cost 5 dollars.

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What time can we come and get a bed ticket on sundays

Ashley Hunt | Aug 21, 2019
Ricky E Johnson | Aug 21, 2019

Best be there before lunchtime.

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Are you kidding me...with an annual budget of over 1m and very nice offices. No wounder you cant help solve homlessness. Cut you executive bidget and put the money where it needs to go!!!!

Bob Rader | Aug 21, 2019
Lisa M Rebekah Loukx Blinn Robinson | Aug 21, 2019

They also give you walking papers even though you volunteer with your precious time

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I work I get off at 3:30 mon thru Friday what is the starting time for bed tickets

Valeria White | Aug 21, 2019
KLR 420 | Aug 21, 2019

Hello Ms. White: You can call (213) 347 - 6300 and tell the operator you need information on the Women's Program or simply go to the URM and visit the Contact Office between 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Best of Luck

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When been here in La about a week from Miami,Florida,Lastnight my son pair of Nike shoes goes missing.I’m just waken up from a bad stomachache....They offer him a different pair of shoes I’m guess to cover over the fact someone took them.

Diamond Davis | Aug 21, 2019
Ames Harlem | Aug 21, 2019

Yeah, I was there two years ago. They don't give you a secure place to keep your stuff, so I had $200 taken from my purse, and my son's tablet was stolen. There are some horrible people in there.

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Can 16 year olds volunteer? I want to volunteer - maybe 2 to 3 times a week but I can't really find too much information on their website. If so, is there anyone I can contact to get further information.

Jessica Hernandez | Aug 21, 2019
Zach Cox | Aug 21, 2019

I think if you are under 18 you need a parent present or parental permission or something but do give them a call.

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I have a brother I been looking for his name is Frank bragg my MoMA is worry could you tell if he live there

Missy Dear | Aug 21, 2019
Eric Hinkel | Aug 21, 2019

They can't givé you information on whether or not someone is there. (Privacy rights) but they will take a message and deliver it to the person you are looking for and that person can vontact you if they are willing and they are there.

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Can your husband you stay in the same room

Missy Dear | Aug 21, 2019
Evan Stelle | Aug 21, 2019

No

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What the number to dental

Maria Botts | Aug 21, 2019
Lisa Ramona Bryant-Hollinde-Montoya | Aug 21, 2019

Call the union rescue mission, and they will connect you! Call back, they might have been busy, and didn't realize. Or Google the dental dept.

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What time will be the tanks giving dinner

Francisco Rodriguez | Aug 21, 2019
Antonio Vera | Aug 21, 2019

They are setting up today ... some of the sponsors that are helping out... are there already

Hi, the LGBT center referred me to you. Do you accept intake of gay person, cross-dresser ? Do I have to stay alongside the regular men folk or do you have a separate section in the building for LGBT persons?

Production Technician | Aug 21, 2019
Anchor Exchange | Aug 21, 2019

Unfortunately you stay according to the gender in which you were born. If you are transgender, I'm not sure why they would send you there as there are safer places for you to stay. Give a call over just to make sure.

What's the latest I can get a bed

Matthew Saenz | Aug 21, 2019
William “UrCrazyGamer” Nicola | Aug 21, 2019

7pm

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hello do you answer

BRUCE LEE | Aug 21, 2019
Doina Stanescu | Aug 21, 2019

Is not a new shelter. They are helping people for over 30 years maybe more. They have different programs depending how committed you are to changing your life.

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BAD LUCK TO THE UNION RESCUE MISSION ITS RESIDENCE STAFF AND SUPPORTOR ONLY IT IS A PLACE FOR INDIVISUALS WHO DONT HAVE ANY MIND AND WHO LOOSE EVERYTHING FOREVER! NO MORE UNION RESCUE MISSION TEAR IT DOWN!

Amina Ramona | Aug 21, 2019
Lisa Ramona Bryant | Aug 21, 2019

Regardless of the bad you have experienced and I have experienced, and the major good I also have experienced, I thank GOD for this place and even though the staff is not always in favor of my needs sometimes, I remember all the people they have to deal with, amongst so many different personalities. I continue to lift this mission in prayer in JESUS CHRIST !

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Do you provide donors their receipts with the amount when clothings and shoes are donated in sealed boxes?

Manolito Crisolo | Aug 21, 2018
Rich Mellish | Aug 21, 2018

Yes i do

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Do they have lockers for suitecases? Are walk ins welcomed? Any curfew or requirements? Thanks.

Jay Casem | Aug 21, 2018
Phillip Adair | Aug 21, 2018

Yes to all your questions

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Can the mission received clothing for the homeless

Felicitas Castaneda | Aug 21, 2018
D W | Aug 21, 2018

No LAFH in North Hollywood doesn't except clothes unless you're working with an organization.

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Were its Reid at

Reid Adam McNeill | Aug 21, 2018
MJ | Aug 21, 2018

Yes got fired for stealing money

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