Life’s River is working to alleviate housing insecurity in Franklin County. We provide a safe residential space for families experiencing housing crisis and support them with the care and resources they need to achieve lasting financial and housing stability.

Situated in Washington, MO, our 7,200 sq. ft. residential building was completed in April of 2024.  We have prioritized creating a space that is not only safe, but actively fosters growth, providing a setting for families to embark on a journey towards wholeness and enduring positive change.

Upon being accepted to our program, each family will be thoughtfully paired with one of our dedicated case managers. Together they will create a custom-tailored plan with well-defined goals.  Through working with our partners, plans may include financial education and planning, money management, debt-management, life skills, counseling, legal aid, and educational and career advancement.

Upon success through the program, each family will be paired with a mentor family who will work in conjunction with our case managers to monitor their progress for the next 12 months and cheer them on in their continued journey to lasting success.

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Connecting Families Facing Homelessness to a Better Future

Life’s River is a dynamic, grassroots, non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of individuals and families facing homelessness through partnering with talented, resourceful individuals and groups in our community. Our program of housing, mentoring, and empowering residents focuses on moving them towards a goal of self-sufficiency.

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Mission

The mission of Life’s River is to transition individuals and families facing homelessness to self-sufficiency by working with partners to provide mentoring, housing, and supportive services.

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Life’s River is out in the community! Check out the latest updates on Life’s River Communities’ events, news, and media and get involved.

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Our community partners facilitated weekly Life Skills classes covering topics such as insurance, nutrition, financial literacy, legal services, art therapy and many more.

Life's River provides free transitional housing to Franklin County individuals and families experiencing homelessness each year.

Connecting individuals and families facing homelessness to a better future.

2132 Highway A
Washington, MO 63090

636.266.2960

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