Guest Testimonial

Testimonial success story The purpose of this letter is to share my experience as a guest of the Haven Men’s Shelter of Manitowoc County, circumstances leading up to my stay as well as my current situation following discharge. Approximately one month prior to the Haven I was admitted to a resident drug rehabilitation program where […]
Manitowoc County Homeless Estimates

Homeless Facts Manitowoc County Homeless Estimates Manitowoc County population (2007): 82,000 Statewide percentage living in poverty (2010): 11.78% (= 9,660 in Manitowoc County) Manitowoc County less than Federal Poverty Level (FPL)*: 6,000 (2010 pop. 2007 FPL) Manitowoc County 100% – 200% FPL**: 10,000 (2010 pop. 2007 FPL) Manitowoc County uninsured: 5,000 (2010 pop. 2007 FPL) Homeless […]
Stigma Vs Fact

Homeless Facts Stigma Vs Fact Stigma: Homelessness isn’t an issue in my area. Homelessness is primarily in bigger cities. Fact: There is consistent National and State demographic distribution of homeless persons. Stigma: The homeless are violent and dangerous drug addicts and sex offenders. Fact: The homeless are often veterans, single mothers, children, and broken families. […]