Interfaith Sanctuary

Category: Homeless shelter in Boise, Idaho

Address: 1620 W River St, Boise, ID 83702, USA

Phone: +12083432630

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

Gary Wyland

Aug 14, 2022

We visit the folks in need here a few times/month, and the staff is wonderful to us. Hearts of gold in what can be a very tough business to handle sometimes.

Vivian George

Aug 5, 2022

Some of the staff are prejudice and judgemental. You are screwed if they don't like. You!??

Sterling Toma

Jul 20, 2022

Some of the staff are wonderful. I had one bad experience with a small blonde who is all about telling you you need to be in medication. The lake you have to walk threw in winter makes a morning pointless pretty fast. I do appreciate that they try with what little they are allowed to do. I can't stress enough how MOST of the staff is wonderful. Do not let these people push medication on you when your in a vulnerable spot as it is. They do not help keep your belongings secured. I found a bolt cutter next to my locker in the morning. Thank you for trying so hard.

Diana Woods

Jun 9, 2022

It's no longer a place to stay for families because they said they have a wait list. But the truth is that they no longer have a space of their own and are in a motel and don't want to take in families. And the staff will straight lie to you about it even though other staff have confirmed it as well as Boise police department. This used to be a very dependable and helpful place but is no longer the case

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Questions & Answers

Is this place still up and running. I just need to stay 1 nigh

Dawn Dozier | Sep 28, 2021
Cheyanne Tilson | Sep 28, 2021

Yes sure is

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Does the shelter offer programs how long are they, how long can someone stay there how far are you from the greyhound bus station

Freddie Nunez | Sep 29, 2019
Jessica Campbell | Sep 29, 2019

Depends on if your on the family side or single side. Its maybe a 10 to 15 min walk from grayhouns

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do you guys need face masks? if so what sizes?

Sandy Hillebrant | Sep 28, 2021
Interfaith Sanctuary | Sep 28, 2021

Yes we can always utilize face masks.

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Are there beds available? Even a mat would be ok.

Katina Mroudes | Sep 29, 2018
Jeff Melling | Sep 29, 2018

You have to show up anytime after 6pm and its first come first serve if your single I'd advise being there by 5pm so you have better chances of not sleeping on the floor

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Can a single man stay there

Fred Huffman | Sep 29, 2018
laura lee | Sep 29, 2018

Yes.

How long can I stay there? Is there a maximum length of time?

roger saucier | Sep 29, 2018
Jim Brenton | Sep 29, 2018

No limits as long as you behave properly.

Do I need to reserve a spot ahead of time and how long can you stay there

Jeff Mills | Aug 29, 2022
Michael Young (Wolf) | Aug 29, 2022

If you are trying to get a bed try to be there at or before 4:30pm to get on the bed list. You enter through the secured entrance at the back in Cooper st. ally. First week of each month is easiest. If you don't get a bed they have some floor spots.

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I have a number of extra bath towels and hand towels. Could you use them at Interfaith? If so where and when can I drop them by???

Ellen McKinnon | Sep 28, 2020
Justin Hieter | Sep 28, 2020

We could use the towels, just drop them off at Interfaith between the hours of 5 and 8 and ring the doorbell behind the shelter

I have women and children's clothes, shoes and toys. I would like to donate them but want to make sure they are going to someone personally versus being put in a thrift store. How does your donation center work?

Tammy Blaze | Sep 29, 2019
Senpai Bowser-Kun | Sep 29, 2019

Simple really. Just come in when you see everyone by the gates and some staff should help you with that. They have a small storage where they keep the donated items for the kids and women then ask if they need anything.

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Are there any spots there right now?

Katina Mroudes | Sep 29, 2018
laura lee | Sep 29, 2018

You need to be there now to get on the waiting list. They give empty beds out at 8:00pm. The closer to the top of the list you are the more likely you will get a bed. You will get a spot on the floor if nothing else.

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Getting high in the bathrooms being ok with it staff member smells weed and says it smells good share that's not what they should be saying it's suppose to be safe it's not. Where is all the money that gets donated when there is food making ppl sic

Angie Mckay | Jul 30, 2022
k at | Jul 30, 2022

Jews must control the joint. Read cc17evil.wordpress.com

Why is it ok for staff to break a lock that is not there's go through and throw personal belonging out. Where is the donations cuz the food there is out dated causing people to be sick that's why there is no motivation how can they be ok with ppl

Angie Mckay | Jul 30, 2022
k at | Jul 30, 2022

Jews must control the joint. Read cc17evil.wordpress.com

Do you need clothing and like items in great condition? It is unclear if only new items are accepted.

Victoria Hansen | May 1, 2022
Kevin Bullard | May 1, 2022

Any clothing is accepted and appreciated..

Do you take food and clothing donations?

Zachariah Welch | May 1, 2022
Jonathan Holmquist | May 1, 2022

Food and clothing items should be taken to the Corpus Christi House on 525 S. Americana Blvd. Someone at the desk inside the door will be happy to help you. Thank you for your donations 😁

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What time do you have to get there to get a bed

Ida White | Jan 31, 2022
Tristyn Carpenter | Mar 2, 2022

There technically isn't a bed time but the lights go out at 9ish and they come on and 6:30 but you can go outside and smoke if you smoke

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Do you have detox facility?

denise z | Nov 2, 2021
Sharon Johnston | Nov 2, 2021

No you need to go to pathways.

Do they do warrent checks?

Sharron Schafer | Sep 28, 2021
Kidken15 “TheGamer” Mineken | Sep 28, 2021

No, they don't.

Do you shelter men? If so what's the latest they can arrive?

MikDyl Ibarra-Wilson | Sep 28, 2021
BigJonNUSA | Sep 28, 2021

Both men and women are sheltered here on different sides of the building and the latest you can arrive is before 8 o clock but before you get a bed it us preffered you are here before six but after five

My son's birthday is coming up and I'm actually in your guys's program at the red Lion just wondering if there's any help with birthday gifts his birthday is November 1st

Kyndra Gardner all about cartoon cats | Sep 28, 2021
Tony Barthol | Sep 28, 2021

I know they can help with clothes but not sure about gifts maybe try give them a call??

What's the current requirements for a single male to stay there that's working and saving money?

Richard M | Sep 28, 2020
Senpai Bowser-Kun | Sep 28, 2020

Its based on if you've had any evictions on your previous homes/apartments. Any male/female/ family can stay there if they have no were else to go. Most males that have incomes and also works stays at the River Of Life mens shelter.

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Are you hiring?

Megan Denniston | Sep 29, 2019
Senpai Bowser-Kun | Sep 29, 2019

I think they are. Most come from BSU & has a degree in sociology/case management. My best guess is to show up and ask if they are

Do they have a bed or a mat I can sleep on

Treana Horner | Sep 29, 2019
Bob Denson | Sep 29, 2019

Get there by 4:15, at least 4:30 and you'll get a bed if your a guy. Times are much earlier for women, idk what they are. Get there between 5 and 9 to get a mat, no guarantee you'll get one if your there or if the women's maps are filled so women get there around 7 to be safe men 8 to 9. With mats you have to get there at that time each night, beds only the first night.

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Do you take couples

Michael Thomas | Sep 29, 2019
Tobias Hulse | Sep 29, 2019

Iner faith sanctuary takes men women and familys

Do you guys need coats, we are looking for a place to serve with having a coat drive and donating them to a homeless shelter?

rb1011 | Sep 29, 2019
Paul Juntila | Sep 29, 2019

Warm coats are needed not just for the shingles but also for the families and children.

What time can I come in?

Jeff Kruger | Sep 29, 2019
Justin Hieter | Sep 29, 2019

Check in around 6 PM and check out around 7 am Monday through Saturday and Sunday around 8 pm

I was told if you have kids that CPS is called on you is this true

Colt 45 (Chris) | Sep 29, 2019
Paul Segura (HotPhish) | Sep 29, 2019

They don't waste CPS time. They don't report simply because you stay there with your kids. They have accommodations for families. Like any other responsible organization, abuse and neglect are legitimate reasons for a report to be made to CPS.

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Do you accept donations of used clothing?

Carolyn Schneider | Sep 29, 2019
laura lee | Sep 29, 2019

Its better to take clothing to Corpus Christi House.

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I am 16 and i was just kicked out of my house. I have a job but i dont get off till 10pm would i still be able to come and sleep?

INFMS Pshyco | Sep 29, 2019
Jim Brenton | Sep 29, 2019

They do not take minors without parents.

Do you guys help with housing? I'm married and supposed to be on bed rest with two kids.. we just need help getting into something low income .. so we aren't living in our car

Natalia Hines | Sep 29, 2018
Jessica Campbell | Sep 29, 2018

They give help with housing. Your better off being in here and not your car cause that can get you a CPS call from anyone if you and your kids are sleeping in the car

When do we allow people who have jobs up at a curtain time. People who think are handicap that are caught standing walking bending over and a alcoholic at that. Holly is her name and it's being reported to the social security administration

Dougc Prouty | Sep 29, 2018
Katina Mroudes | Sep 29, 2018

How dare you judge people and try to determine there disability based on if they walk , stand or bend! Maybe she's mentally disabled. If so that gets in the way of working ALL the time! If she's an alcoholic why don't you help her and guide her to programs that will help her, sometimes all people need is some mercy for God's sake. May God have mercy on you're judgemental soul.

Does a exquisite young (RED HEAD.) Women stand.a chance in the xartel& gang infested shelter.

Michael Williams | Sep 29, 2018
k at | Jul 30, 2022

Jews must control the joint. Read cc17evil.wordpress.com

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I have a very low maintenance animal. Would they allow me to have it

Katina Maroudas | Sep 29, 2018
jason stankiewicz | Sep 29, 2018

Well you're good to go it's a service animal and it could be a companion

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Is this place night by night

Sonya Barnes | Sep 29, 2018
elean valdez | Sep 29, 2018

Yes All of the shelters here are with the exception of the wca

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What does it take for a couple that r homeless to spend the night there

Angelia Aeschbacher | Sep 29, 2018
Jeff Melling | Sep 29, 2018

If all your option are gone to live elsewhere, and you need a safe place to sleep and help finding new housing, this is a good place to be. The case workers on the family side are great people who truely care about getting you back on your feet and into permanent housing. Yes you will have to deal with the single side but only at check in. And after that you go straight to the family side which houses families going through hard times. Probably no difference than what your going through. They also have a day program which is like preschool for your young kids from 8am until 5 pm mon thur fri. Kristie and megan are the case workers there and they are fantastc people. Dont get me wrong either if your not serious about changing whatever it was that brought you to homelessness you better plan on a long stay there or many to follow. Good luck and hope you do well

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Can i bring my wife me and are little dog

Randolph D. Ivey | Sep 29, 2018
VIRGIL SHELTON II | Sep 29, 2018

Wife and Kids absolutely I've been there and I've seen no animals

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Is this a one day stay shelter? If not how long can someone stay?

Sierra Saville | Sep 29, 2018
K Dogg | Sep 29, 2018

Cheryl schnacker is mistaken. This is a traditional overnight homeless shelter. They provide dinner and somewhere safe and warm to sleep at night. They offer showers and have laundry facilities. All are welcome. Family rooms are available. Men and women sleep in different rooms if not family. There are children at this center. Drinking and drugs are not allowed! If you show up drunk or high you may be allowed to sleep on the floor in a separate room but you may also spend the night in a cozy Jail cell. Like I said this is a family/all are welcome shelter. So there not going to put up with bad behavior. You can and will be banned for that stuff.

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Dear Interfaith, I know a family who is about to be evicted from their home for non payment of rent. The wife seems to think there is a waiting list to get in. Is this true?

Cami Priddy | Sep 29, 2017
VIRGIL SHELTON II | Sep 29, 2018

That's a day to day thing...the person need go to the shelter in person.

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