Our Safe Place
Milwaukee bridge housing
- "Not all bridges are the same size"
A recovery environment is essential to growth.
- The building is drug and alcohol free.
- There is Narcan available in places around the building.
- Two live-in staff members.
- Random drug tests and apartment inspection.
- Weekly meetings
What we have to offer
Here are just a few things that makes Our Safe Place a great, safe place to live.
Backyard patio area
for relaxation after a day of successes.
Laundry on-site
for residents' convenience.
Workout area
for getting better.
Weekly meetings
for being your best.
About us
founded in 2005
The history
Our Safe Place began when Larry and Bonnie Liss bought the building which nonprofit, A Safe Haven was using to house people facing homelessness. The mission of housing people in need continues to this day with Larry and Bonnie's son, Andy helping handle many of the day-to-day operations.
The funding
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Our Safe Place receives funding from the Behavioral Health Division Community Access to Recovery Services. After an allotted amount of time determined by the Behavioral Health Division, residents begin to pay rent with a variety of payment options.
The residents
Our Safe Place has a capacity of 50 residents. There is a waitlist to become a resident. Potential residents can call or email to join the waitlist. You can check your spot on the waitlist by calling the office.
The community
The people living at Our Safe Place are in recovery from substance abuse. The building offers a community focused on recovery with rules to make Our Safe Place a healthy living environment. These rules include: no drugs or alcohol, a curfew, select visitor times, random drug tests and more. A full list of rules and guidelines can be provided upon request.
- Contact Us
Don't be afraid to reach out. We are here to help.