Greenwood Pathway House
208 Panola Ave, Greenwood, SC 29646
Greenwood Pathway House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian ministry committed to helping homeless men, women, and single parents with children navigate a pathway to physical, financial, and social stability. Serving individuals from Greenwood and Abbeville counties, the ministry focuses on providing trauma-specific services that address the root causes of homelessness. The mission of Greenwood Pathway House is to create a compassionate community where homeless individuals can thrive in a secure and supportive environment. The organization is distinguished by its dedication to the mental, physical, relational, and spiritual well-being of its clients, with a strong emphasis on trauma recovery and sustainable change through a holistic approach. As a recognized entity for its financial accountability, Greenwood Pathway House is a testament to effective community action and the transformative power of faith in addressing homelessness. Greenwood Pathway House operates with a commitment to providing short-term housing, food, support, and training for homeless individuals. The campus focuses on fostering a safe place to stay, enabling clients to learn and apply skills necessary to overcome homelessness. Intakes are scheduled by appointment only, emphasizing the need for individuals to meet specific criteria to qualify for services. The ministry serves residents from Greenwood and Abbeville counties, providing customized services. It uniquely meets the local need for trauma-specific services and seeks to empower clients through various programs. The services are integral in transitioning clients from homelessness to self-sufficiency, focusing on developing life skills, job training, and community integration.
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Food and Dining
Food and nutrition are critical elements of the support offered by Greenwood Pathway House. The ministry provides nutritious meals to its residents as part of its comprehensive care approach, serving thousands of meals annually to its clients. The provision of meals is designed to not only meet immediate needs but also to offer stability and a sense of home during a challenging time in clients' lives. Volunteers play a crucial role in this aspect, providing meals and ensuring that the nutritional needs of residents are consistently met. This communal effort underlines the ministry's emphasis on collaboration and community support in aiding the transition from homelessness.
Dining
- Nutritious Meals
- Community Support
- Volunteer Role
Amenities
The Greenwood Pathway House campus offers a range of facilities designed to meet the diverse needs of its clients. These include temporary housing for men, women, and families, along with support services such as case management, faith development training, and access to medical services. For children, the campus features a recreation area with playgrounds, a ball field, and soccer field, designed to support healthy development and positive experiences. Additionally, the Pathway Thrift Store provides a vital revenue stream, offering affordable goods to the community while supporting the ministry’s mission. It also acts as a job training site, providing valuable work experience to clients while offering bargains to the local community.
Amenities
- Short-Term Housing
- Food
- Support
- Training
- Appointment Only Intakes
- Greenwood and Abbeville Counties
- Temporary Housing
- Case Management
- Faith Development Training
- Medical Services
- Recreation Area
- Pathway Thrift Store
- Job Training Site
Activities
Activities
Greenwood Pathway House offers a variety of programs to enrich the lives of its clients and aid in their transition out of homelessness. On-campus programs include life skills classes, work skills training, children's programs, parenting programs, and art therapy, all aimed at equipping clients with the skills and confidence needed for independent living. Community integration is further facilitated through volunteer opportunities, where community members can engage directly with the ministry, providing meals, working in the thrift store, or assisting with client transportation. These activities are designed to foster a sense of community and support, critical in the journey towards self-sufficiency.
Amenities
- Life Skills Classes
- Work Skills Training
- Children's Programs
- Parenting Programs
- Art Therapy
- Volunteer Opportunities
