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Welcome to The Nest
Our mission is simple yet profound: We exist to provide a positive place to land; to ensure no one is overlooked; and to empower individuals to build their own path forward.
We provide immediate, compassionate shelter and comprehensive services to individuals, families, and veterans. We understand that homelessness is complex, and the path out requires more than just a bed for the night.
About Us
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Located at 332 Townsend St. in Downtown Lansing — close to Reutter Park, the library, and the CATA bus station
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Special emphasis on groups often underserved in traditional shelter systems, including veterans, single fathers, and families with teens
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Wraparound resources include case management, medical visits, mail, laundry, showers, meals, a grab-and-go food pantry, and more
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Overnight capacity: 56 beds
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Daytime capacity: 160 individuals at one time
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Beds dedicated for veterans by the VA: 22, depending on demand
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Day shelter open to the public M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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12 full-time employees and 3-5 daily volunteers
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Service partnerships with the Secretary of State, Ingham County Health Department, McLaren Greater Lansing, and more
An Urgent Need
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850+ people in the Lansing region are currently experiencing homelessness
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500+ rely on shelters, most of which close during the day
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200+ are a part of families, including children and teens
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Total homelessness rates in Michigan are increasing, and people are staying homeless longer
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 2024. Figures reflect estimates informed by point-in-time counts.
