Homeless Shelter | Foundation Shelter
800 West Sixth Avenue, Lancaster, OH 43130
Eligibility
Residents of Fairfield County
*Non-county residents may be referred by another social service agency or inquire about an available bed through a local agency's case manager by calling Jerry Waits at the shelter during office hours.
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Families accepted on a limited basis (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Required documents
Identification required
Hours
Hours Vary:
*Summer Hours: Mon-Sun 8pm-8am (summer hours begins with DST change)
*Winter Hours: Mon-Sun 5:30pm-8am (Winter hours begins in October 1st)
(740) 653-1960
Voice
Application process
May call ahead during site hours to determine availability or visit the shelter.
*Must complete an application including name and date of birth
Fees
None
Service area
Fairfield County, Ohio
The Foundation is for homeless men, women, and parents with children. Shelter services include a bed, shower, laundry facilities and up to a 30 day stay. Residents of the shelter will not be admitted past 9:30pm each night
Last assured
02/03/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Foundation Shelter
Homeless Shelter provides overnight temporary shelter for men, women, and families as beds are available. Laundry and shower facilities are available on-site. The length of stay is considered on a case-by-case basis.