Twin Oaks Shelter for The Homeless

Twin Oaks Shelter for The Homeless Twin Oaks Shelter is Walworth County's only 24/7 homeless shelter, housing individuals and families.

🧡 Help Us Make a Difference! 🧡Our neighbors at Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless are in need—and you can help bring com...
06/04/2026

🧡 Help Us Make a Difference! 🧡

Our neighbors at Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless are in need—and you can help bring comfort and hope to those facing tough times.

We’re calling on our amazing community to donate essential items that make a real impact in someone’s daily life. Every donation, big or small, helps restore dignity and provide support to individuals and families on their journey to stability.

View the full list of needed items here: https://community-action.org/housing/twin-oaks-shelter-for-homeless/

(Click the "How You Can Help" tab)

Let’s come together and show what community really means.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity!

🌟 Thank You, Traffic Jams! 🚗A huge thank you to Traffic Jams Speed Shop,LLC for selecting Twin Oaks Shelter as a recipi...
06/04/2026

🌟 Thank You, Traffic Jams! 🚗

A huge thank you to Traffic Jams Speed Shop,LLC for selecting Twin Oaks Shelter as a recipient of proceeds from their spectacular Wrench Life Car Show held last Sunday in Sharon, WI!

Our staff had a wonderful time attending the event—connecting with attendees, sharing information about our shelter, and enjoying the incredible lineup of vehicles on display.

Partnerships like this are so meaningful. Not only do they provide vital financial support for our shelter, but they also help raise awareness and amplify the work our team does every day to support individuals and families in our community.

We are truly grateful for your generosity and support!

05/21/2026

💙 “Community Action raised me.” 💙

Those words, spoken with pride and gratitude by Shaqueeda Douglas, capture the power of long‑term, relationship‑based support—and the resilience of one incredible woman.

Shaqueeda first connected with Community Action, Inc. at just 16 years old. Now 35, her journey spans nearly two decades and includes moments of hardship, perseverance, growth, and hope.

Born while her mother was incarcerated and raised largely in foster care, Shaqueeda learned early what it meant to survive. Through it all, her grandmother remained her greatest source of strength and encouragement—shaping the values that continue to guide Shaqueeda today.

As a young adult, Shaqueeda faced homelessness and found safety and support at Community Action’s Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless. Later, as a single mother of four, she navigated housing instability, incarceration, and significant barriers to stability. At every stage, Community Action remained present—offering not just programs, but people who listened, believed in her, and never gave up.

From graduating the Beloit Fresh Start Program, to completing Project Thrive with perfect attendance, to securing employment and planning her return to school to become a Certified Nursing Assistant, Shaqueeda’s story is one of persistence and possibility. Even during setbacks, Community Action staff answered her calls, supported her children, and walked alongside her without judgment.

Today, Shaqueeda is working, writing children’s books inspired by her kids, and dreaming big about giving back—through youth groups, affirmation cards, and continued work in the nonprofit community.

“They have the resources—and if they don’t, they help you find them. They never give up on you,” Shaqueeda says.

Her journey reminds us that progress isn’t always linear—but dignity, flexibility, and strong relationships can change lives.

✨ Read Shaqueeda’s full story on our website and see what’s possible when a community believes in people for the long haul.

https://community-action.org/community-action-raised-me-shaqueeda-douglas-story-of-persistence-and-possibility/

A huge thank you to the Lakes Area REALTORSÂŽ Association for inviting Twin Oaks staff to their recent gathering last Thu...
05/18/2026

A huge thank you to the Lakes Area REALTORS® Association for inviting Twin Oaks staff to their recent gathering last Thursday. It was a wonderful opportunity to share more about Twin Oaks and our mission, and we are incredibly grateful for the chance to host a 50/50 raffle—especially when the winner generously donated their winnings back to our shelter. We truly appreciate this partnership and are thankful to be included and supported by such a caring community.

We are incredibly grateful to The Timothy Project workgroup, who came out last Saturday to generously donate their time ...
05/12/2026

We are incredibly grateful to The Timothy Project workgroup, who came out last Saturday to generously donate their time and talents by re‑staining the Twin Oaks Shelter boardwalk. 🌿

Their hard work helps keep our space safe, welcoming, and well cared for the individuals and families we serve. Thank you for being such a strong community partner and for showing what service in action looks like.

🌟 Volunteer Shout-Out! 🌟We want to send a huge THANK YOU to Southern Lakes Church of Elkhorn and their Community Impact ...
05/04/2026

🌟 Volunteer Shout-Out! 🌟

We want to send a huge THANK YOU to Southern Lakes Church of Elkhorn and their Community Impact Team for spending their Show Love Weekend at TOS! 💙

This incredible group went above and beyond—exceeding all expectations. Not only did they completely empty the shed, they also swept and cleaned the space, carefully sorted items, and thoughtfully reorganized everything that stayed.

On top of that, they unexpectedly took the extra step of hauling away items we no longer needed—ensuring donations, recycling, and landfill items all went to the appropriate places. Their hard work, attention to detail, and servant hearts made a lasting impact on our team and our community.

Thank you for showing what it truly means to Show Love through action. We are so grateful for community partners like you who help make our work possible! 🙌

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We are grateful to be one of the benefiting organizations of the Wrenchlife Car Shows – Classics in Sharon, coming to Sh...
04/23/2026

We are grateful to be one of the benefiting organizations of the Wrenchlife Car Shows – Classics in Sharon, coming to Sharon, Wisconsin on May 31, 2026.

This family‑friendly event invites vehicle enthusiasts and community members alike to enjoy a day of fun while supporting local shelters that serve our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Event highlights include:

Classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles, trucks, and custom vehicles
Live bands and food
Raffles, prizes, and kids’ activities
A monster truck
Swap meet and craft vendors

🚘 Vehicle entry: $10
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Public admission: Free

Vehicle owners who enter cars at both Wrenchlife shows will receive a free T‑shirt.

Proceeds from this event will benefit Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless and Valley of the Kings, helping provide safety, stability, and support for individuals and families in our community.

Thank you to Wrenchlife Car Shows and everyone who attends for making a meaningful impact through community partnership.

📅 May 31, 2026
📍 194 Baldwin St Sharon, WI

Learn more: https://carcruisefinder.com/car-show/wrenchlife-car-shows/

Thank you to Gateway Technical College for spending the day at our shelter learning about our work and giving back to ou...
03/31/2026

Thank you to Gateway Technical College for spending the day at our shelter learning about our work and giving back to our community. Students and staff toured the shelter and then volunteered their time in our garden—a vital resource that helps ensure residents have access to fresh, healthy food. We’re grateful for your partnership and commitment to making a meaningful difference. 🌱💙

Our shelter is in need of coffee donations to help support the individuals and families we serve each day. A warm cup ca...
03/23/2026

Our shelter is in need of coffee donations to help support the individuals and families we serve each day. A warm cup can bring comfort, connection, and a sense of normalcy to those staying with us.☕️

If you’re able to help, coffee donations can be dropped off at our shelter. Please call (262) 882-3662 to arrange a drop-off time.

Thank you for supporting our community and helping us meet this need.

Did You Know?In 2025, Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless provided vital, life‑changing services to 251 individuals—inclu...
02/18/2026

Did You Know?

In 2025, Twin Oaks Shelter for the Homeless provided vital, life‑changing services to 251 individuals—including 124 children and 127 adults across 92 households. Behind each number is a story of resilience, a family seeking stability, and a community stepping in when it matters most.

This past year, Twin Oaks supported:

• 2 veterans who bravely served our country and needed a safe place to rebuild.

• 17 individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, each facing long-term barriers that require dedicated care and compassion.

• 14 survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking within the last year, each seeking safety, dignity, and support during some of the most traumatic moments of their lives.

These aren’t just statistics. They are our neighbors, our coworkers, our community members. And they found hope because Twin Oaks was there.

Thanks to the continuous support of our community—and individuals like you—we are able to keep our shelter doors open, provide a safe and stable environment, and walk alongside those experiencing crisis. Your generosity makes this work possible.

But the need continues to grow, and so does the urgency.

If you believe in the importance of safe shelter, in second chances, and in standing with those who need us most, we invite you to take action.

Volunteer. Donate. Make an impact today.

Your support helps ensure that every person who walks through our doors is met with safety, compassion, and hope.

Learn more or get involved at: https://community-action.org/housing/twin-oaks-shelter-for-homeless/

Address

W9665 US Highway 14
Darien, WI
53114

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm

Telephone

+12628823662

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