Mental Health & Substance Use Support
Firehouse Ministries provides essential mental health and substance use services to Birmingham’s homeless community, offering stability, treatment, and long-term support through dedicated programs and partnerships.
Mental Health Support
Our shelter reserves 20 beds for mental health care, with capacity for up to 40 participants at any time. Under the guidance of a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW), two full-time case managers develop individualized plans that prioritize wellness, housing stability, and access to mental health services.
Participants receive:
✔ Meals and medication assistance
✔ Group therapy and art activities for emotional well-being
✔ Peer support specialists trained in conflict resolution and de-escalation
We collaborate with community agencies and healthcare providers to ensure participants receive tailored treatment for both immediate and long-term needs.
Substance Use Recovery
Firehouse Ministries offers a continuum of care for substance use treatment, serving those who may not qualify for traditional programs due to mental health challenges, low income, or other barriers.
Our shelter provides:
✔ Opioid overdose prevention training
✔ Partnerships with the Alabama Department of Mental Health and Aletheia House for rehabilitation
✔ Room and board in a low-barrier, evidence-based treatment environment
With support from case managers and peer specialists, participants work toward recovery, reintegration, and permanent housing.
Workshops & Transportation Assistance
We provide workshops 3–5 days a week, focusing on:
✔ 12-Step Recovery
✔ Mental Health & Self-Awareness
✔ Life Skills & Aftercare Programs
Technology & Employment Support
Participants can access our computer lab for:
✔ Telehealth appointments
✔ Housing and food assistance applications
✔ Job searches and community resources
Firehouse Ministries remains committed to providing essential care, promoting self-sufficiency, and ensuring individuals receive the support they need to work toward stability and independence.