Men's Shelter
Program Men's Shelter
Known on the streets as “Douglas’ place,” the Refugio City Homeless Shelter provides safety and refuge to those living on the streets of Medellin.
Some of our shelter residents have been here long enough to call it home, others come for just a night or two while they are in need, in transition, or applying for government assistance. Regardless of the length of stay, all find safety, a clean mat, a place to store their belongings, and a quiet place to rest their head.
The path to a life change
Once people begin sleeping in the shelter, Ciudad Refugio volunteers and workers begin building relationships to encourage people to make the decision to commit to the year-long restoration program. Weekly Bible study and worship are offered in a manner tailored to the unique needs of this population. Showers and food are also offered at reduced prices.
- Sleeping in the hostel
- Join the restoration program
- Graduating to the transition program
We serve
Safe Installation
The building is locked to protect our guests from possible acts of violence outside.
Safety Inspection
We inspect each person and check their belongings for any objects that may be dangerous to others.
No Type Of Substance Is Allowed
Drugs are strictly prohibited and are confiscated at the door and then disposed of.
Clean Environment
Our facilities are thoroughly cleaned daily to maintain a clean environment for visitors.
Shower Service
We encourage responsibility in our visitors by charging a low fee for the use of showers.
Low Cost Food
We sell food and baked goods from our bakery at a discounted price to our visitors.
A Look at the Past
Harry Dietrich
Director of the
Men’s Program and Organizational Operations
From guest to leader
As a teenager I started drinking alcohol and hanging out in bars. As I got older I continued my lifestyle and at the age of 18 I used cocaine for the first time. This quickly led to addiction and I spent 5 years in thrall to drugs. As a result of my addiction I destroyed relationships with my family and my girlfriend at the time. Four years had passed since I became addicted and my situation had worsened so much that I spent a year and a half living on the streets of Medellin.
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