Drop in center

A drop-in center is a service agency for homeless people, teenagers, and other communities that offers a place where people can go to obtain various services. As opposed to a homeless shelter, a drop-in center does not provide a temporary residence; rather, it aims to provide other services to endangered or disadvantaged groups in the community, including the homeless, people with addictions, teenagers, or members of the LGBT community. Drop-in centers are usually open during the daytime, although some also function as a shelter.

Many drop-in centers provide free services, and some offer services for a nominal fee.