Due to economic challenges and decreased funding, Saint Francis House announced in a press release that it will be closing its downtown Main Street location alongside several programs.
In a March 17 press release, Saint Francis House Executive Director Lauri Schiffbauer said after many years of serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness in its community, it made the difficult decision to close the location and some services. While its Day Services Program will close on Friday, March 20, 2026, and Emergency Shelter Services by April 16, Schiffbauer said it will continue to operate its Transitional Housing Program at Arbor House. The Arbor House supports women and children on their journey toward stable, permanent housing.
Schiffbauer continued that it remains hopeful that it may reopen services in another location in the future, “pending the sale of the building.”…