Shelter for Public Inebriates - Outcomes

· Positively impact a “forgotten” segment of our community

· Provide a safe place for medical observation, food, and dignified compassionate care until sober

· Reduce police staffing costs

· Improve readiness of Emergency Medical Services

· Provide follow-up care through collaboration with Community Mental Health and area healthcare organizations

· Improve stewardship of our community’s healthcare resources

· Provide immediate access to substance abuse treatment programs

· Reduce distraction potential for emergency department staff

· Reduce stress for emergency room patients and families

· Increase availability of spiritual life counseling

· Provide care in a setting paced for the profoundly intoxicated person