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People Returning from Incarceration Housing & Shelter

Housing & Shelter for People Returning from Incarceration in Greenville, SC

Re-entry support for people rebuilding after incarceration — including organizations that help with ID, jobs, housing, and a fresh start.

Below are 10 housing & shelter resources in Greenville County ready to help. Each one shows what to do next.

Housing Re-entry Support

Alston Wilkes Society

What they help with
Re-entry, housing, and veteran services across South Carolina.
Who it's for
Serves veterans, families with children, youth and young adults, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, people returning from incarceration, women and men
Good to know
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call 803-799-2490 More about Alston Wilkes Society
Housing

Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County

What they help with
Affordable homeownership through volunteer-built homes and home repair.
Who it's for
Serves veterans, families with children, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, people returning from incarceration, women and men
Where
50 Grand Ave., Greenville, SC 29607
Good to know
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call (864) 370-4787 More about Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County
Housing Food

The Salvation Army of Greenville

What they help with
Emergency shelter, meals, and financial assistance for individuals and families.
Who it's for
Serves veterans, families with children, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, people returning from incarceration, people in substance-use recovery, women and men
Where
417 Rutherford St., Greenville, SC 29609
Good to know
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call (864) 235-4803 More about The Salvation Army of Greenville
Housing

Greenville Housing Authority

What they help with
Public housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) rental assistance.
Who it's for
Serves veterans, families with children, youth and young adults, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, people returning from incarceration, people without a photo ID, people in substance-use recovery, women and men
Hours
Mon-Thu 9am-4pm
Good to know
You can get help without a photo ID.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call (864) 467-4250 More about Greenville Housing Authority
Housing

Safe Harbor

What they help with
Emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence (24/7 hotline).
Who it's for
Serves veterans, families with children, youth and young adults, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, people returning from incarceration, people without a photo ID, people in substance-use recovery, women and men
Good to know
  • You can get help without a photo ID.
  • Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call the 24/7 hotline. It is free and confidential.

Call 1-800-291-2139 More about Safe Harbor
Housing

Greer STEP

What they help with
Emergency shelter and support services in the Greer area.
Who it's for
Open to everyone
Good to know
  • You can get help without a photo ID.
  • Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call (864) 540-4681 More about Greer STEP
Housing Food

Triune Mercy Center

What they help with
Hot meals, case management, and housing navigation for anyone in need — no questions asked.
Who it's for
Open to everyone
Where
222 Rutherford St, Greenville, SC 29609
Good to know
  • You can get help without a photo ID.
  • Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to ask if they have space and how to get in.

Call (864) 233-8020 More about Triune Mercy Center

More help for people returning from incarceration

Frequently asked questions

Where can people returning from incarceration get housing & shelter in Greenville, SC?

There are 10 organizations on this page that provide housing & shelter to people returning from incarceration in Greenville County, including Soteria Community Development Corporation and Alston Wilkes Society. Call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility before you go.

What should I do if I need shelter tonight?

Call the shelters listed here as early in the day as you can — beds often fill up fast. You can also dial 211 any time to be connected with available shelter. If you are fleeing domestic violence, call Safe Harbor's 24/7 line at 1-800-291-2139.

Is this help really free?

The organizations listed are free or low-cost. Services, hours, and eligibility can change, so please call ahead to confirm what's available before visiting.

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