Urban Ministries of Durham

Category: Non-profit organization in Durham, North Carolina

Address: 410 Liberty St, Durham, NC 27701, USA

Phone: +19196820538

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–6PM

Tuesday: 9AM–6PM

Wednesday: 9AM–6PM

Thursday: 9AM–6PM

Friday: 9AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–2PM

Reviews

Brent Ingram

Sep 4, 2022

Awesome place full of awesome people.

Emily Prudot

Apr 16, 2022

my boyfriend and i donated food, and the receptionist was extremely rude. just an unnecessary attitude. when she asked for my boyfriend’s ethnic name she scolded at it because it wasn’t as easy as “jerry” or “matthew.” it was an overall bad experience for what we were doing.

Murphy Clements

Jan 31, 2022

UM helped me get back on my feet. I stayed at the men's shelter three weeks. I will never forget the help I received.

Cindy Price

May 21, 2021

The staff is most often disrespectful and condescending to the clients. Maintenance issues take a long time to be addressed. The food is sub-par, usually cold, and often late in being served. The workforce office and its staff are the one bright spot. They are helpful and caring. The workforce staff is very interested in each client and gives everyone specific and individualized assistance with a great attitude!

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Questions & Answers

Does this place allow homeless to get mail here? If not who does?

Jennifer Fox | Sep 9, 2019
Talonda Parker | Sep 9, 2019

Yes they do.

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I'm looking for my Son . His name is Anthony. I was told he could be there. He blond hair . Blue eyes . 5ft 9. 200 lb. . Suffers from mental illness. If anyone knows his where abouts . Contact me . Or have him call home. It's important thanks.

Anthony Taylor | Sep 9, 2018
#SURVIVOR #STRENGTH | Sep 9, 2018

They're not allow to actually release that type of information. But if you walk inside, they should be able to let you know rather he is or isn't. But it's a night shelter so he isn't always guaranteed a bed

do they help you get ur id

melissa turner | Sep 8, 2021
Gary Schoen | Jan 11, 2022

I was close to dying when released from Nash correctional. UMD They let me stay there and helped me get healthy, ID's how do i know, this is someone that started staying at UMD when i stood inline for a bed for 6weeks straigjt..then the counciler gave me the handicapped bed no bunk on top for 1 & 1/2 years...thats how i know.... , fed me good meals daily, and my sanity back. Now they can only help roughly 30% because of covid.. So i pray people can still help others to survive. .

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How long can you stay here ?

Amber Lewter | Sep 8, 2020
Sara Upchurch | Sep 8, 2020

The programs are 3 months. You get a Case Manage that assist you with getting a more permanent place to live. The program that I was in paid for my lights to be turned on and they paid my security deposit on my apartment. Go there...work with them and they will work with you.

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Hello my is Angelina German. I'm writing to see why I having got a bed. I been in white flags for month everybody that came after me got a bed. What is it staff there's don't like me me I

Angelina German | Sep 9, 2019
Jameka Hicks | Sep 9, 2019

The Durham Rescue Mission. Is A Very Nice Place To Start Over, And The Whole Family Is Welcome. I've Never Heard Of Anyone Being Turned Away. May God Bless You

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How long can person stay there

Eric Pratt | Sep 9, 2019
Heather Martin | Sep 9, 2019

Eric Pratt I never retained a bed , however I believe you can stay forever. If you choose to.

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Can this shelter do anything for teenage runaways?

Ayah Eltayeb | Sep 9, 2018
Exo xxz | Sep 9, 2019

If i remember correctly no.

Are meals available

Terrance Patrick | Sep 8, 2021
Urban Ministries of Durham | Sep 8, 2021

Yes. Anyone in Durham who is hungry can come to our Community Cafe for meals. Due to COVID-19, we are providing most meals to go. This may change in coming weeks. Here is our cafe schedule: MONDAY-FRIDAY Breakfast and bag lunch pickup 8–9 a.m. Dinner 6-7 p.m. SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS Breakfast 9:30-10:30 a.m. Lunch 12:30-1:30 p.m. Dinner 6-7 p.m.

Can a60 year old female stay.

Debra Lynn Kennedy | Sep 8, 2020
Urban Ministries of Durham | Sep 8, 2020

Debra, thank you for your question. Yes, a 60-year-old female can stay at UMD. IMPORTANT NOTE: Anyone in need of shelter must first report to Durham County Social Services (DSS) for a coordinated entry and diversion intake. Clients who cannot be diverted from shelter will then be referred to us. Where to go if you or someone you know needs Emergency Shelter: Intake Hours for Assessment and Referrals Day Hours 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Durham Human Services Building (DSS) Lobby 27 (Aging and Adult Services) 414 E. Main Street, Durham NC 27701 Evening Hours 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Weekend Hours 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM The John O'Daniel Exchange Building 801 Gilbert Street, Suite 203 Durham NC 27703 (Corner of Gilbert and Pearl Streets—between N. Elizabeth and N. Alston streets and above Holloway Street close to TROSA Moving and SEEDS) Ring the Doorbell on the "A" Frame sign that says "V.O.A" (doorbell is not on the building). Phone Number: (919) 817-5620

How does one check in to the shelter

Donald “DP” Poole | Sep 8, 2020
Urban Ministries of Durham | Sep 8, 2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Durham has established a new Coordinated Entry and Diversion System. Anyone in need of shelter must first report to Durham County Social Services (DSS) for a coordinated entry and diversion intake. Clients who cannot be diverted from shelter will then be referred to us. Where to go if you or someone you know needs Emergency Shelter: Intake Hours for Assessment and Referrals Day Hours 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Durham Human Services Building (DSS) Lobby 27 (Aging and Adult Services) 414 E. Main Street, Durham NC 27701 Evening Hours 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Weekend Hours 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM The John O'Daniel Exchange Building 801 Gilbert Street, Suite 203 Durham NC 27703 (Corner of Gilbert and Pearl Streets—between N. Elizabeth and N. Alston streets and above Holloway Street close to TROSA Moving and SEEDS) Ring the Doorbell on the "A" Frame sign that says "V.O.A" (doorbell is not on the building). Phone Number: (919) 817-5620

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How do they help you to transition into your own place?

angie murphy | Sep 8, 2020
Kathy Wyatt | Sep 8, 2020

They are very helpful and every case is different and they rate you to see where you are, you could go straight to#1 on the list. They weigh different things and it's not first come first served there. They will give you food, clothes, shoes, and a place to stay right away if you need it. I live in my car and they are helping me and my name went to the top of the list off gate.

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Im 19 an pregnant that why i was seeing if they have a room available

Bryanna Durden | Sep 8, 2020
Sara Upchurch | Sep 8, 2020

I want to know is it true that as of October 1st all people to be accept at Urban Ministries now have to first go through an assessment at Durham DSS Department?

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Do u have any rooms available

Bryanna Durden | Sep 8, 2020
Sara Upchurch | Sep 8, 2020

Thank you Keon Knight for this answer.

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My sister and her husband are homeless as if today. Can you help?

Monica Butner | Sep 9, 2019
Conrad Carter | Sep 9, 2019

Urban Ministry should be able to help.

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To whom this may concern. Hello my name is Angelina German I have been in white flags for a month. I just want to no how long do I have to wait for a bed. The staff give me the run-around fo

Angelina German | Sep 9, 2019
Ander Thomas Nelson Jr | Sep 9, 2019

Go to the cafeteria on Monday morning at 9 be there a little before to get a bed.

Do you need a I'd to get in

Little One | Sep 9, 2019
KTinNC | Sep 9, 2019

You may go in temporarily without one however you should have something identifying you, like Hospital paperwork or social security card. They can send you to the DMV to get your ID for free. Tell them that you need that assistance.

Are dogs allowed

Little One | Sep 9, 2019
KTinNC | Sep 9, 2019

Registered service dogs ONLY

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Do you collect toys for Christmas?

Ingird Nechyba | Sep 9, 2019
Claudette Glenn | Sep 9, 2019

They collect all things for the homeless even toys but not for Toys for Tots!! All things there are considered donations and are distributed out to different families who are considered homeless or below a certain income level!! There are families who lives there who have small children who are for Santa's age who are guaranteed to get the toys there but yes they do take toys for donations!!

Hi I am trying to get to my uncle's house in Charleston Virginia he's health is poor and I was told I could that this place helps you get a bus ticket to get there is this true??? Please let me know ASAP.. Thank you

Donna H | Sep 9, 2018
Vanessa Blackshear | Sep 9, 2018

Im not for sure I know they help the homeless but Im not for sure about giving out bus tickets

Hi I'm looking for a place to live and I have income for rent but everything is so high I'm willing to pay at least 900 for a 3 or 4bedroom house

Ernesta Allen | Sep 9, 2018
William Snapp | Sep 9, 2018

Urban Ministries is a homeless shelter. It is my understanding that they will allow someone to stay there for up to 3-months per year. There is no charge to stay there

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I am a senior and I would like to volunteer my time to help the poor for a few hours per week. Do you need volunteers?

Hamidah Lawrence | Sep 9, 2018
Sheritha Bumpass Dash | Sep 9, 2018

Yes. Please call ask for Mr. Sheldon Director or Todd shelter manager

When do you have the food pantry

Jean Greenhill | Sep 9, 2018
Maurice Ellison | Sep 9, 2018

Very nice place

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What are meal times?

daniel komorowski | Sep 9, 2018
Bryan Gilmer | Sep 9, 2018

Lunch IS served during the week -- it is a bag lunch handed out as people leave the cafe during breakfast hours.

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Will the clinic be open tomorrow

James Williams | Sep 9, 2018
Charita McCollers | Sep 9, 2018

No

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what time is breakfast served?

Marlene Jones | Sep 9, 2018
Alfred Olivieri Jr | Sep 9, 2018

Between 8 and 9 am m-f. 930 am to 1030am Saturday and sunday

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