Seneca County Council on Homelessness
SHELTER APPLICATION
SHELTER APPLICATION

Shelter Application

Please complete the form as thoroughly and honestly as possible. This information helps us determine eligibility and connect you with the best support. If you need assistance with the application, please call us at 567-220-6533. Paper copies are also available on-site. Our services are available to women and children who reside in Seneca County, Ohio, a neighboring county, or who plan to stay in the Seneca County area.

We operate two different shelters:

  • The TLC – an emergency shelter for women and children with a stay of 30 to 90 days.
  • Morrison House – a transitional shelter with a focus on mental health support and a stay of up to 180 days.

Confidentiality & Record Retention Notice

The information provided in this application will be reviewed only by staff who are trained in and bound by confidentiality policies. Application records may be retained for up to seven (7) years in accordance with shelter policies and legal requirements. After this period, any personally identifiable information will be securely deleted to protect your privacy.

This question and the following several allows the TLC team to better place applicants in a shelter program
The following information will be used to determine best fit for shelter, unit, and service coordination topics if applicant is accepted.
Some of our rooms are only accessible by stairs, this answer helps us find if we have an vacancies that can accommodate you
Note: Both programs include weekly service coordination and required participation in programming during your stay.

Shelter Stay Q&As

Q: Do you have any free rooms?

A: This answer can vary greatly. At all times we have a waitlist, current residents, referrals coming in, and many more. The best option is to fill out this application and get on our list.

Q: What can I bring with me?

A: At the TLC, we can only accommodate about a weeks worth of clothing per household member. Everything brought must be able to be laundered. If there is a specific item you’re worried about please do not hesitate to ask us!