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Topeka Rescue Mission

  • Organization Name: Topeka Rescue Mission
  • Contact Person: Kourtney Barr
  • Address: 600 N Kansas Ave., Topeka, KS 66608
  • Phone: 785-224-1251
  • Email: kbarr@trmonline.org
  • Website: trmonline.org
  • Hours of Operation: 24/7 Sheltering, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Programming

Organization Overview

Topeka Rescue Mission provides shelter, food, and comprehensive support services to individuals in need, including workforce development services for adults. The organization is committed to helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and education, particularly those facing mental health challenges or substance abuse issues. They offer job readiness services, coaching, and financial literacy training to help individuals transition into stable employment.

Target Demographics

Topeka Rescue Mission primarily serves adults facing significant barriers to employment, including:

  • Youth:
    • Young adults (aged 18 – 24 years of age) involved in the criminal justice system
  • Adults:
    • Individuals over 55
    • Long-term unemployed individuals
    • Individuals with Spanish as their primary language
    • Individuals with criminal records
    • Individuals with mental health conditions
    • Individuals with substance abuse problems

Services Offered

Topeka Rescue Mission offers a range of services designed to support individuals in overcoming barriers to employment and becoming self-sufficient:

Job Placement & Work-Based Learning Opportunities:

  • No current offerings in job placement or work-based learning

Career Readiness Services:

  • Job search assistance
  • Bonding
  • Job coaching
  • Career pathways/exploration
  • One-on-one coaching or counseling
  • Skill assessments
  • Resume writing assistance
  • Interview training
  • Basic skills and soft skills training
  • Training referrals, counseling referrals
  • Financial literacy and planning

Additional Services

Topeka Rescue Mission provides shelter, food, and comprehensive support services to individuals in need, including workforce development services for adults. The organization is committed to helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and education, particularly those facing mental health challenges or substance abuse issues. They offer job readiness services, coaching, and financial literacy training to help individuals transition into stable employment.