Raphael House offers comprehensive services helping at-risk families achieve stable housing and financial independence, while strengthening family bonds. Raphael House does not seek or accept any government funding.

Description:
Raphael House is a family shelter, offering private rooms, home-cooked meals, case-management services and a vibrant children's program. Two-thirds of the people we serve are children and two-thirds of the children are under five --- the most vulnerable of the homeless population. Sixty volunteers come every week and add excitement, energy and happiness to the program.

History:
Begun in 1971, Raphael House is the Bay Area's first shelter for homeless families. We have received three major awards, one national (the Chevron Award) for excellence in non-profit management and quality of care given to the families we serve.

Contact people:

Carol Field, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) David Lowell, Executive Director, (email)

Main office number: (415) 474-4621
Office fax number: 415-771-4251

Address:

1065 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA 94109 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.raphaelhouse.org

Directions:

Raphael House is on the south side of Sutter Street, between Hyde and Larkin. It is in the area between Nob Hill and the Tenderloin.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Montgomery St. stop,   Walk distance (in minutes): 15   Nearest Bus Stop: 2,3 or 4 stop at Hyde and Sutter, 1 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No