Guest House of Milwaukee

09/24/2026

Chronic homelessness is the type of homelessness most people recognize, but understanding the challenges behind it is key to creating real solutions.

Housing, support, and hope change lives. ❤️

Understanding the Four Types of Homelessness: Chronic Homelessness

Chronic homelessness is often the type most visible in public spaces. It is generally defined as experiencing homelessness for at least one year while living with a disabling condition that makes it difficult to obtain or maintain stable housing. People experiencing chronic homelessness may face significant barriers to employment, housing, healthcare, and other essential services. Without access to the right resources and long-term support, finding a path to stable housing can be especially challenging. Individuals experiencing chronic homelessness may live on the streets, in vehicles, parks, or other places not meant for human habitation. They make up approximately 17% of people experiencing homelessness in the United States. Of the 4 types of homelessness, this is the one people are usually most familiar with.

Continue to follow along as we explore the four types of homelessness and the different circumstances that can lead to housing instability.

09/23/2026

Community showing up for community

09/22/2026

Understanding the Four Types of Homelessness: Transitional Homelessness

Transitional homelessness is often the most common type of homelessness and can occur when a major life change or unexpected event causes someone to lose their housing. Job loss, a medical emergency, divorce, domestic violence, or other sudden circumstances can make it difficult to afford housing and basic needs. People experiencing transitional homelessness may stay in their cars, on the streets, or with friends and family. Some may also enter a transitional housing program. Many continue to work but still struggle to afford housing. By definition, transitional homelessness lasts less than a year and is often temporary as individuals and families work toward regaining stable housing. Young people make up a significant portion of those experiencing transitional homelessness.

Follow along this week as we explore the other three types of homelessness and the different circumstances behind each one.

09/21/2026

We're honored to be selected as the community partner for the American Society of Hand Therapists' Share the gLOVEs initiative! ❤️

As the weather cools, gloves become more than an accessory. For many of our guests, they're an essential tool for staying safe, warm, and healthy while working toward stable housing.

Thank you to ASHT and everyone participating in for helping provide comfort, dignity, and hope to people experiencing homelessness in Milwaukee. We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to our community.

This year, ASHT is proud to partner with the Guest House of Milwaukee for our annual Share the gLOVEs initiative!

What started as a glove donation drive has grown into an opportunity for attendees to make a meaningful difference in our conference host community. Together, we can support the Guest House of Milwaukee and the individuals and families they serve.

Learn more about this organization and how to participate in our annual initiative: https://meetings.asht.org/share-gloves.

09/21/2026

Sometimes the most powerful solutions start with a simple idea.

Last year, Chase and Oliver set out to make 100 sandwiches a month for the men staying at Guest House. Thirteen months later, they've met or exceeded that goal every single month, including one month that reached nearly 500 sandwiches!

We are incredibly grateful for Mission: Sandwich, their family and friends, and Great Harvest Bread Co. in Menomonee Falls for helping provide fresh, nutritious meals to our guests. These sandwiches are more than food. They are a reminder that our community cares.

Thank you for standing with Guest House and supporting our mission to provide shelter, housing, and hope for those experiencing homelessness.

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09/18/2026

Guest House of Milwaukee leaders were honored to join Community Advocates in celebrating an incredible 50 years of service to our community tonight!

We’re proud to partner alongside you in this important work and grateful for all you do to support our neighbors and strengthen Milwaukee.

Cheers to 50 years…and to the impact still ahead! 🎉

09/17/2026

We're honored to be part of The Beacon and this transformational investment in Milwaukee's Near West Side.

When The Beacon opens, Guest House of Milwaukee will be on site providing housing navigation and support services, helping connect neighbors to stable housing and the resources they need to thrive.

We look forward to partnering with Aurora Health Care and so many community organizations to make wellness, opportunity, and housing stability more accessible for our community.

09/17/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our garden event yesterday!

We loved sharing our garden and celebrating the positive impact it has on our community. A special thank you to Mayor Cavalier Johnson for stopping by to visit the garden and tour our newly remodeled counseling clinic.

Learn more about the services and support offered through our counseling clinic at www.guesthouseofmilwaukee.org/clinic

Together, we're cultivating hope, healing, and opportunity.💚

09/14/2026

What do gardens and mental health have in common?

Both thrive with care, support, patience, and a little sunshine.

Join us for our Garden Event & Open House to experience a space where healing, hope, and community grow every day. Tour our grounds, meet our team, and learn how we're supporting individuals on their mental health and recovery journeys by seeing our new counseling clinic space.

We're excited to open our doors and share the impact your community support makes possible.

https://www.guesthouseofmilwaukee.org/harvestandhope