ABOUT US
Our Story
The Salvation Army of Dane County’s emergency shelter was dated and faced issues surrounding long wait times and the inability to expand to other critical services. Thus, the vision for their new campus was born: a new purpose-built shelter and The Shield Apartments to provide longer-term housing options.
The Shield Apartments offers critically-needed affordable housing, while also providing those using the temporary shelter with a continuum of supportive housing to set them on a path for success as they re-enter the private housing market.
A wide array of supportive services are available to assist residents of this new 44-unit housing community, providing access to stable housing as well as support to break the cycle of homelessness or domestic violence.
11
housing units for those
struggling with homelessness
22
housing units for those
who have endured domestic violence
Community Amenities
- Community room with lounge and gathering spaces
- Offices for supportive services
- Parcel room and storage locker faciliaties
- Ample bicycle parking
- Downtown Madison location
- Proximity to various Madison Metro bus stops on East Washington Avenue
- Walking distance to Festival Foods
- Shared amenities and supportive services with the Salvation Army of Dane County shelter next door
- On-site management
Supportive Services
- Meaningful financial support for supportive services including fully-furnished units, with rental assistance and utilities paid through a Salvation Army funded program (for the 11 units reserved exclusively for those who struggle with chronic homelessness)
- Needs assessment and comprehensive housing focused case management
- Adult basic and vocational education, including basic computer skills
- Life skills training
- Dental, medical, and mental health services (clinic on site)
- Support group meetings
- Benefits advocacy
- Employment services and help with transportation services
- Recreational opportunities
- Legal services
- Veterans’ services
- Financial skills training and credit counseling, and income support as needed
Apartment Amenities
- Energy-efficient appliances
- In-unit washer and dryer
- Central air conditioning
- Luxury vinyl flooring
- Quartz and marble counter tops
- Complimentary private storage unit with each apartment
Affordable Living
Income and student restrictions apply to all apartments at The Shield
In order to qualify for an affordable apartment your total annual household income must fall below these limits, based on the number of people living in the household.
30% AMI Program
One person: $26,460
Two people: $30,240
40% AMI Program
One person: $35,280
Two people: $40,320
50% AMI Program
One person: $44,100
Two people: $50,400
60% AMI Program
One person: $52,920
Two people: $60,480
