The Harold J. Rust Transitional Center is a shelter for families and women (there is more limited space for single men) working towards independence. The facility allows The Salvation Army to provide shelter, meals, and case management services to help the adult identify and work on the underlying causes of his or her homelessness. ============== 2025: Overnight shelter in gym is also open during the day starting September 1.

The 40-bed shelter at the Family Services Center at 417 NE Adams in Peoria provides temporary housing for women, children, and intact families.

Tri-County opportunities Council offers a homeless shelter.

The Woodford County Heart House is a homeless shelter for women and children. The Heart House will take domestic violence/abuse victims, but it is not solely an abuse shelter.

Illinois Valley PADS Peru Shelter offers a homeless shelter.

Dream Center Peoria offers a 24/7 emergency shelter that includes snacks, showers, a bed to sleep in, breakfast, lunch, dinner, job readiness assistance, case management services, and storage (not for furniture). Phones can be utilized for job interviews.

Safety Net is a shelter for men experiencing homelessness.

The Peoria Rescue Mission is a Christian homeless shelter for men that offers an 80-bed dorm room, nutritious meals, Bible studies, chapel services, clean clothes, and showers.