# The Beacon

## The Beacon Overview
The Beacon in Madison, WI, is a daytime shelter and resource center empowering homeless individuals and families with essential services and pathways to stability.

## The Beacon Detail Summary
- Frilly Profile: https://frilly.ai/wisconsin/madison/o/the-beacon
- Type: Organization
- Category: Health
- Sub-Category: Counseling Services
- Tags: shelter, resource-center, counseling, homelessness-support, community-focused, non-profit, social-services, mental-health-support, families, inclusive
- Website: [The Beacon](http://www.thebeaconhelps.org/)
- Location: 615 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, 53703
- Phone: (608) 826-8040

## The Beacon Description
The Beacon, operated by Catholic Charities Diocese of Madison, serves as a vital daytime drop-in shelter and comprehensive resource center for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Dane County, WI. Through a unique public-private partnership, The Beacon unites various business, faith, government, and nonprofit entities to offer community-driven solutions to homelessness. Its core mission is to support guests on their journey toward stability by providing a safe, welcoming environment and essential services.

This innovative center acts as a one-stop resource, removing barriers by co-locating multiple partner agencies under one roof. Guests receive crucial basic needs support including daily meals, private showers, laundry services, and mail access. Beyond immediate relief, The Beacon facilitates connections to preventative healthcare, job search assistance, housing navigation, mental health counseling, and case management. The organization is deeply committed to treating every individual with dignity and respect, empowering them to move beyond crisis and build a brighter future.

## Location

**Address:** 615 East Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53703

**Coordinates:** 43.0787, -89.3779

## Other Special Details About The Beacon
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