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Emergency Shelter

Joseph's House

Provides an overnight shelter for 75 guests experiencing homelessness. Its day program connects guests with vital resources and partner organizations to support their journey toward health, employment, and housing.

Where

555 Atlantic Ave, Camden, 08104

Serves: Camden County, NJ, Gloucester County, NJ

When

Shelter: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Walk-ins for intake: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Who can get help

Open to single men and women facing homelessness in the service area

In short: Without a stable place to live · Focus: men · Focus: women

How to get help

Walk-in during intake hours to register.

What to bring

  • ID

Cost

Free

Email

info@jhoc.org

How you can help

Volunteers needed:

  • Prepare and serve breakfast or dinner
  • Greet and talk with guests
  • Sort food, clothes and toiletries
  • Help guests in the computer room
  • Lead a group activity

Breakfast 5:30-6:30am, dinner 8-9:30pm, or weekdays 9am-2pm in two-hour slots. Groups can bring a casserole ready to heat.

Sign up to volunteer

They can use:

  • Toiletries
  • Clothing
  • Food

Last confirmed October 2025. See this listing on NJ 211 Hours change - calling ahead is always a good idea. Something wrong? Tell us.