Simonka Place
Union Gospel Mission’s Simonka Place is dedicated to serving women and children in need across Marion and Polk counties, offering the opportunity to experience life transformation through holistic care and services that will help them reshape and rebuild their lives in a place where they can finally feel safe and secure.
Opened in 1968, Simonka Place has served as a beacon of hope for women in need in Marion and Polk Counties. It was the first of its kind on the West Coast, and since its establishment, Simonka Place has remained dedicated to the holistic care of women and children.
Over the years, Simonka Place has flourished, expanding its services and becoming a sanctuary where women can find safety and begin anew. Through a range of classes and programs, it offers women the opportunity to pursue a fresh start and embrace a second chance at life.
Services Provided
80+ women and children seek refuge with us each night and have access to our services.
Guest Services
Learning Center
New Life Fellowship
Chapel Services
Our chapel is a welcoming space where our guests have the opportunity to encounter the transformative power of the gospel.
Attending chapel is optional and guests are free to join us for a nourishing meal regardless. However, we firmly believe that a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ holds the key to unlocking true, holistic life transformation. It's an invitation to discover a path of purpose, healing, and renewed hope.
Chapel service times:
Morning: 8:00 a.m.
Evening: 7:00 p.m.
Meal Times
At Simonka Place, our meal services are so much more than just food on a plate. They are a lifeline for individuals facing the harsh realities of homelessness and food insecurity. We understand the importance of compassion and restoring the dignity of every person who walks through our doors. That's why we go above and beyond to provide hot, nutritious meals that feed both the body and the soul.
Meal service times:
Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Dinner: 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m
Sharon and Jodi’s Story
Sharon sat in the van, watching her daughter sleep, heartbroken that her child’s life was falling apart because she wouldn’t take her medications.