Causes: Homeless & Housing, Homeless Centers, Homeless Shelters, Human Services, Residential Care & Adult Day Programs

Mission: Transitions sponsors and initiates programs which in faithfulness to the mission of Jesus foster the personal growth and wholeness of women and children in need. Transitional Programs for Women pursues this mission through the operation of EduCare, Miryam''s House, the Women''s Hearth, and Transitional Living Center. Our values state: Respect for Human Dignity We believe in the dignity and inherent worth of individuals and respect their right to self determination. Community We believe that the fullness of each person is realized in relationship with others. Growth/Wholeness We believe each individual is a work in progress on a journey toward the integration of mind, body, and spirit, with the hope of emotional, physical and spritual peace. Justice We believe in advocating for what is right, honest and moral both for whom we serve and with whom we serve.

Programs: The Women’s Hearth is a day center in Spokane, Washington that serves 100--150 homeless and low income women per day. At the heart of the services is a safe welcoming community. Multiple services are offered in this hospitable environment: showers, food, clothing, 1-1 individual attention, and access to resources and referrals;12 step groups, life skills classes, and art activities . Renter Responsibility classes Legal Preparedness project ; three transitional apartments off site where women receive ongoing case management A job training program in the food service industry