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About

Providence Ministries Inc

Providence Ministries

PROVIDENCE MINISTRIES INC

Transforming Our Community and Impacting Our World

Celebrating 40 Years

Since our founding in 1985, Providence Ministries has played a pivotal role in transforming the lives of those struggling with spiritual, social, and economic challenges in Dalton and the surrounding areas. At Providence Ministries, we believe in the power of hope and support. Since our establishment, our mission has included a women's pregnancy facility which has served over 25,000 clients, multiple boys' homes, and currently a comprehensive addiction recovery programs for men and women located in Georgia and Tennessee. We're also proud to provide shelter and nourishment to homeless men, women, and children every single day of the year, demonstrating our commitment to uplift and empower every individual who walks through our doors.

Roy and Pat Johnson

Roy and Patsy Johnson

Founders and CEO

HOMELESSNESS, HUNGER, AND ADDICTION

Ministries and Outreach

OMC Group Study

Men's Recovery at Our Master's Camp - A Life-Changing 90-Day Journey

At Our Master's Camp, our 90-day men’s recovery program, we offer a transformative path to freedom from alcohol and drug addiction. Welcoming men of all ages from across the United States, we provide a structured, faith-based environment where healing begins and lives are restored. Through compassionate care, spiritual growth, and proven recovery strategies, we help men break free from addiction and reclaim their purpose.

Providence Women's Recovery

Providence Women's Recovery - Healing, Hope, and a New Beginning

At Providence Women’s Recovery, we offer a safe, supportive, and faith-centered environment where women from all walks of life can break free from addiction and begin a new chapter. Our transformative 90-day program is designed to address the unique emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of women overcoming alcohol and drug abuse. With personalized care, strong community, and Christ-centered guidance, we help women reclaim their identity, restore relationships, and rediscover a life filled with purpose and hope.

Patsy's Place for Women and Children

Patsy's Place: A Safe Haven for Women & Children

Patsy’s Place, a ministry of Providence, is more than just a shelter—it’s a place of refuge, renewal, and new beginnings for women and children facing homelessness. Here, we offer a safe, nurturing environment where dignity is restored, hope is rekindled, and lasting change begins. Through compassionate care, life-skills support, and faith-based guidance, Patsy’s Place empowers women to rebuild their lives and create a brighter future for themselves and their children. Every woman deserves a fresh start—and at Patsy’s Place, that journey begins today.

Providence Mens Shelter

Providence Men's Shelter - A Fresh Start Begins Here

Our Men’s Homeless Shelter offers more than just a bed—we provide a path to stability, dignity, and renewed purpose. Serving men in crisis, we offer safe shelter, hot meals, and access to essential resources that help break the cycle of homelessness. With compassionate support, job training, and spiritual encouragement, we empower men to rebuild their lives from the inside out. At Providence, every man is seen, valued, and given the opportunity for a fresh start.

Providence Men's Shelter Calhoun

Providence Men's Shelter. Calhoun - Rebuilding Men's Lives

At Providence Men's Shelter Calhoun, we offer more than just a place to sleep—we provide hope, support, and a path forward. Whether someone is facing homelessness or just a tough season of life, our team is here with open arms and practical help. Through faith, structure, and community, men have the opportunity to rebuild their lives one step at a time. Here, no one walks alone. Serving men in crisis, we offer safe shelter, hot meals, and access to essential resources to help men get back on their feet.

Providence Community Kitchen

Bread of Life Community Kitchen – Nourishing Bodies, Lifting Spirits

The Bread of Life Community Kitchen serves as a vital lifeline for individuals and families facing food insecurity. Open every day, we provide three free, nutritious meals a day to anyone in need—no questions asked. Our mission is simple but powerful: to ensure that no one in our community goes hungry. More than just a meal, we offer a warm, welcoming environment where hope is served alongside every plate. At Bread of Life, everyone is family, and everyone is fed.

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Providence Men’s Recovery Program – Dalton, GA

The Providence Men’s Recovery Program in Dalton is a faith-based, clinically informed recovery community certified by both THOR (Transitional Housing for Offender Reentry) and the Georgia Association of Recovery Residences (GARR). Our two-phase program helps men break free from addiction and build healthy, productive lives through structure, accountability, and spiritual transformation. At Providence, we believe recovery is not just about breaking addiction—it’s about restoring identity, dignity, and purpose through Christ.

Providence Thrift Stores

Shop with Purpose at Providence Ministries Thrift Stores

When you shop or donate at Providence Ministries Thrift Stores, you’re doing more than finding great deals—you’re making a difference. Every purchase helps fund vital programs that provide food, shelter, and recovery services to those in need. From clothing and furniture to household goods and hidden treasures, our stores offer affordable finds for your family while supporting life-changing outreach across the community. Shop Smart. Give Back. Change Lives.

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