My Nonprofit Reviews

I am a former volunteer for The Kitchen, a food service operated by COTS in Petaluma. COTS provides much more than shelter services. They have multiple programs that help folks transition from homelessness to employment and housing. They also provide hot meals, both for the homeless and those who need food. They deliveer food to families in need. At the time I was there, a nurse came to the day shelter regularly to administer medications or ensure medication compliance for the mentally ill. They worked closely with the police dept. to help folks clear up warrants and obtain valid IDs to assist them in their quest for self sufficiency. They had, and may still have, a program for prevention of homelessness by working with folks to help them manage their finances. They have day care facilities for homeless families. When I was there, they had a program to prevent panhandling by sending someone out to invite them to participate in their programs. I would encourage everyone to support this fine organization.

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