We are a beacon of Hope & Refuge

The Journey Home Begins Here.

Since our establishment, our mission at Transitions, operated by Midlands Housing Alliance (MHA), has been unwavering: to engage and equip homeless adults of the Midlands to transition into stability and permanent housing. Our vision is to end homelessness in the Midlands, one person at a time.

We believe deeply that everyone deserves a safe place to call home. When someone in our community faces a crisis—living on the streets, leaving the hospital with nowhere to go, or struggling with profound challenges—there is an unspoken understanding that Transitions will be there to help. And we are. We provide essential support to those who are often overlooked and underserved, focusing our efforts across Lexington and Richland counties in South Carolina. Our comprehensive services address the root causes of homelessness, including lack of affordable housing, unemployment, and insufficient access to healthcare.

Our Holistic Approach

A profound sense of compassion drives our approach. We not only provide immediate, safe shelter with hundreds of beds available, but also offer a wide range of services that truly empower our clients to regain their independence. This isn’t automatic; it’s the result of hard, daily work from a team of deeply committed professionals. Our staff provides essential Day Center resources like meals, clothing, and showers, alongside dedicated case management, job training, and placement through our Transitions W.O.R.K.S programs, and vital life skills classes. We offer health care services and permanent housing assistance, including rapid rehousing. We also run specialized programs tailored for youth, veterans, and actively aging adults, including Adult Day Care services. Our social workers, case managers, and shelter staff show up every day, meeting people at their lowest points with unwavering compassion, consistency, and incredible resilience.

Supporting Our Community, Together

Our success is a testament to the power of collective effort. We collaborate with various service providers, businesses, faith-based organizations, and government agencies, pooling our resources to create a meaningful impact. Our board of directors and several committees consist of dedicated community leaders and professionals, all of whom contribute to our collaborative approach. Each partner’s contribution brings us closer to our goals. For example, we are proud to partner with the Salvation Army to provide essential meal services.

At Transitions, we are far more than just a shelter; we are a home and a community, offering real hope to those who need it most. We are committed to ending homelessness one individual, one family at a time. Our work has taught us that with the right resources and dedicated support, individuals can overcome adversity and not just survive, but truly thrive. We have proudly helped thousands of clients secure permanent housing since opening our doors, transforming lives and achieving tangible outcomes.

Join Us

We invite you to join our exciting mission to provide compassionate care, advocacy, and innovative solutions for addressing homelessness in the Midlands. Your support—be it through volunteering, donating, or sharing our mission—empowers Transitions to always say “yes” to those in need. Together, we can build a future where everyone has a place to call home and help individuals move from crisis to stability. Join us as we make a real difference in our community!