How We Do It

Listening House celebrates the successful collaboration between stakeholders who care deeply about all residents of the community we share.

 

Our Partners

 

Our work is made possible thanks to an ecosystem of supporters and partners across St. Paul.

These supporters include Ramsey County, the City of St. Paul, the St. Paul Fire Department, St. Paul City Council, partner agencies, community members, local businesses, the Listening House Board of Directors, and the donors and funders all of whom make serving the mission possible.

Our everyday agency partners include:

Our Approach

  • Listen with compassion and empathy as a way to build trusting relationships

    Provide basic necessities for daily living in a friendly, loving manner

    Promote courtesy and respect for all

    Challenge negative behaviors that are barriers to progress

    Foster a sense of belonging and a desire to invest in the “house” and greater community

    Make appropriate referrals to partner professionals and other agencies

    Offer meaningful activities (community garden, household chores, running club, etc.)

    Hold community meetings to give a voice to guest concerns

    Honor guests through special celebrations and by hosting memorial services for deceased guests

  • The only drop-in center requiring no registration or identification before receiving services

    A belief that two people play a role in every relationship

    A sanctuary where some of the most vulnerable adults on the street find security

    A place where forgiveness is cherished and encouragement to try again is promoted