Bethany House
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A Journey of Strength and Resilience"I doubted myself too much. I deserve this and so does my family."
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Savannah Harvey shared her story of abuse, loss and homelessness, illustrating how she endured adversity to rise above her circumstances for herself and her family. Savannah was raised in a mentally abusive home with no father, where she was in and out of foster care and sexually abused. Savannah has two children from different fathers, and both were abusive relationships. “I put my kids through a cycle I was in as a child,” says Savannah, “foster care and love triangles.”Savannah met her current husband in recovery, “He became my rock and I became his.” Her journey started to spiral when she got her son back only to lose him again, was evicted and became homeless. “That was our bottom.” Savannah admitted to using drugs to cope with the loss and homelessness. She saw no hope.In June 2022 she received a call from Danielle Elkins, director of Bethany House Emergency Shelter, that beds were available for her and her husband. This was the first piece to Savannah’s puzzle as she embarked on the journey of rebuilding her life.While at Bethany House, Savannah applied for housing and was denied. She was determined not to give up. She applied again. She was approved in November 2022. Savannah has been sober for almost 2 years. She is pursuing her GED and is an empathetic employee at Bethany House.Savannah’s goals are to help those facing adversity and to be a good mother to her children. “I doubted myself way too much in life,” Savannah shared. “I deserve this life and so does my family."
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Emergency Shelter
Through Bethany House Emergency Shelter, Catholic Charities provides temporary housing, food, clothing and case management for families, single women and married couples seeking safe housing.
Do you need emergency housing?
Call 812-232-1447, Option 1 for bed availability.At Catholic Charities and its Bethany House, we believe in maintaining our clients' privacy and upholding their rights as defined by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority.
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Your Sanctuary
“Bethany House gave me a place to get my start. They cared for my kids and gave them a safe place to live and grow. The staff provide you with a plan for success and if you’re willing to put in the work, they won’t let you fail. New to parenthood, I didn’t know where to begin. Bethany House has shown me how to raise my children. ”
- Bethany House Resident, turned Volunteer
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Clothes Closet &Household Exchange Program
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Learn More
Bethany House is the site for our Clothes Closet and Household Exchange Program in which we provide gently used clothing and household items to anyone in need. Whether individuals and families have experienced a flood, house fire, loss of income or simply need a little extra help providing for their families, we serve all.
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What items are available?
Clothing, couches, tables, dressers, small appliances, kitchen supplies and other types of household items used in furnishing an apartment or house.
Item availability is on a first-come-first-served basis; you may be placed on a waiting list when requesting large household items. Delivery is not available.
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How can I donate my items?
Out of respect for the recipient, donated items must be clean and free from any rips, tears and stains and in good working condition. We are NOT available for item pickup.
Please call 812-232-1447, Option 1 to schedule a donation.
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Nowhere to go & Basically Homeless...
Mary, a former resident, remembers when she was first met the staff at Bethany House. “I was dropped off at the back of Bethany House, with nowhere to go and basically homeless. They helped me in so many ways.”
Over the next several months, Danielle Elkins, Program Director and her staff helped Mary to obtain her birth certificate, social security card, SNAP benefits and Medicaid. “One of the most important skills I learned was financial responsibility. After I found work and had income, they helped me save so that I could get a place to live. These wonderful people supported me by helping me with whatever I needed to move forward in my goals."
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Our Year in Review
In FY25, the Bethany House welcomed 41 residents into its emergency shelter. Of these residents 12 were children who, along with their families, received temporary housing, food and clothing. Of those 41 individuals, 20 transitioned to permanent housing and 12 adults found employment while residing at Bethany House. This would not have been possible without the support of our devoted staff, volunteers, and supporters.
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Contact Us
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Bethany House1402 Locust StreetTerre Haute, IN 47807
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Danielle Elkinsdelkinsccthin.orgProgram Director
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Bethany House
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