GMC operates a Clubhouse Drop-In Center Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Our center is a safe space for people experiencing homelessness to come, feel welcome, and to simply belong. We call our center a clubhouse and encourage our guests to take ownership of and pride in the center. Guests help diffuse disputes, offer suggestions on areas for improvement, and help keep the center a clean and welcoming space.
What we do:
Showers and Laundry
We offer up to 20 showers and five loads of laundry a day on a first-come, first-serve basis. We provide all the basics: soap, shampoo, towels, razors, a laundry basket, laundry detergent, and, if needed, a temporary change of clothes.
Case Management
Our case managers help guests determine what their needs are and identify the best steps for fulfilling those needs. We assist with benefits applications, referrals, housing applications, and counseling. Case managers are available in our center Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm.
Computers, Phone, and Mail
Guests are allowed to use the computers and phone in our center and may use GMC’s mailing address to receive mail. We believe in helping people stay connected to the world, whether it’s with family and friends, case workers, the doctor, or the news.
Coffee and Lunch
Guests are welcomed to the Drop-In Center each morning with a hot cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. Thanks to our community partners at Call Your Mother Deli & Dog Tag Bakery, GMC is able to serve guests breakfast pastries and bagels each morning.
Lunch is served from our Drop-In Center window Monday through Friday at 11:30am. 50 lunches are served on a first come, first served basis.
Tentative Weekly Lunch Schedule:
Monday: Bagged lunches provided by Christ Church
Tuesday: Bagged lunches provided by Ritz Carlton Hotel (OR Dominos Pizza)
Wednesday: Warm sandwiches Wisemillers Deli
Thursday: Hamburgers from 7th Street Burgers AND rice/curry from Bistro Aracosia
Friday: Bagged lunches provided by Holy Trinity Catholic Church
GMC is always on the lookout for new lunch sponsors. Please contact Teddy Sullivan (teddy@gmcgt.org) If you or your school, church, or office group would like to provide lunch for our guests!
Programming
GMC offers educational and fun programming in our center. Past and current programming includes a counseling group, a smoking cessation group, a knitting class, movie screenings, bingo, yoga, and more. These programs teach valuable skills, allow our guests to socialize, and provide a fun distraction from the harsh reality outside our center.
Medical Care
We have two psychiatrists and a general practitioner who come to GMC weekly. They perform basic health assessments in our center, write prescriptions, and give referrals. See our Health and Wellness page for more information.
