FAQs

Find the answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions about Talbot Interfaith Shelter and the S4 Program!

FAQ: What is TIS’ Mission Statement?

Our Shared Mission: Talbot Interfaith Shelter is dedicated to fighting homelessness on Maryland’s Mid-Shore by providing Shelter, Stability, Support, and a path to Success for ...
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FAQ: How long can people stay in the program?

Our goal for our guests is Success.  Giving them an arbitrary time limit to reach that goal would almost certainly result in a return to ...
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FAQ: What types of services do your guests need, and how are they connected with those services?

Every guest admitted into our program has different needs.  Some come to us with just the clothes on their backs, while others are already employed ...
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FAQ: What does S4 stand for?

S4 stands for: Shelter, Stability, Support, Success.  This is the program we have developed to guide guests from homelessness to independence.  Once they are Sheltered, ...
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FAQ: What is the process for someone to be admitted into TIS?

Potential guests must call in and speak with a Case Manager if they need shelter.  The Case Manager performs a phone interview and collects information ...
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FAQ: How do people who need shelter find out about TIS?

Guests are generally referred to us by local service agencies, other Mid-Shore shelters that do not have space available, and sometimes the local police department ...
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FAQ: Are people ever kicked out of the program?

Our program is certainly not for everyone.  It is a long process, and takes a lot of stamina, the ability to follow rules and respect ...
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FAQ: Do guests need to leave the shelter during the day?

When we were a rotating winter shelter, guests would have to leave at 7 am each morning so that the faith communities could operate for ...
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FAQ: What are some of the rules guests must follow?

Both our shelters and our transitional apartments are drug and alcohol-free facilities.  Use of these substances is grounds for immediate dismissal.  Guests know that they ...
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FAQ: How does the transitional housing program work?

Although some guests are able to graduate directly from our shelter homes into their own housing, many need additional time and support on their journey ...
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FAQ: How can people in the community help?

We are fortunate to have support from every corner of our community.  Hundreds of volunteers help provide supervision, meals, and fellowship for the guests in ...
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FAQ: How do we measure the success rate?

How do we measure the success rate? The ultimate goal for all of our guests is sustainable financial independence.  As this is quite a long ...
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Your gift of $120 or $10 per month

may deliver seven weeks of case management for a neighbor in need.

Your gift of $300 or $25 per month

could provide a child with shelter and services for a week.

Your gift of $600 or $50 per month

can subsidize a family in Transitional Housing for up to 6 weeks.

Your gift of $1,000 or more

makes a life-changing impact on the families and individuals we serve.