Welcome to The Next Step, Curtis Road
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries' newest facility.

After careful consideration, our Board of Directors approved the purchase of a former assisted living facility at 1777 S. Curtis Road. We have planned this new facility in Boise - The Next Step, Curtis Road - to be a Transitional Christian Living Community that will significantly expand our capacity to help people take an intermediate step out of our emergency shelters toward independent living. This exciting new project will add an additional 58 critically needed transitional living apartments to the Mission's already existing Transitional Housing Program.

The Mission is seeking donations for the purchase and renovation of The Next Step and its ongoing operations. We deeply value your support and prayers as we continue to remodel and raise funds.

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The Need

With over 60 years of experience, Boise Rescue Mission Ministries serves more than half (65%) of the homeless individuals in Idaho. After a crisis that results in homelessness, one of the biggest challenges to overcoming homelessness that our guests and program members face is finding housing while maintaining a supportive environment that increases the chances of success.
Sometimes, before qualifying for housing, our guests need to establish a work history, develop a resume, earn money to pay off debts, clean up their credit history, or put money in savings. Whatever the need, Boise Rescue Mission Ministries is working to provide the stable, supportive environment each person needs to accomplish their goals and get back on their feet through our Transitional Housing Program.

Details

  • 58 Transitional Living Apartments
  • Studio, 1 Bedroom, & 2 Bedroom
  • Meeting the unique needs of
    individuals and families
  • 55,000 Square Feet
  • 3.7 Acres
  • Commercial Kitchen
  • Dining Room
  • On-site Laundry
  • Need-based Case Management &
    Transition Plans
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The Solution: The Next Step, Curtis Road
A Transitional Christian Living Community

“We know that people can recover from homelessness. We see it every day. Hundreds of homeless and hopeless people come to the Rescue Mission every year for help. From broken lives and broken spirits, we help them get through their crisis. Then, when they are ready to move on, we help them return to a life of housing stability.

We chose the name The Next Step for the newest addition to our Transitional Living Program to symbolize the dawn for formerly homeless residents seeking a fresh beginning toward independent living with a renewed relationship with Jesus Christ.”
- Rev. Bill Roscoe
BRMM President/CEO
"Graduating from the New Life Program was a huge deal. But then, you have the concern that you will get thrown right out into the world again, and I was not so successful at it on my own the first time.

For me, I know I still need the close fellowship the Mission offers. It keeps me grounded and is helping me build confidence. 99% of why I have come as far as I have is because of the support
of everyone here. For that reason alone, the community we are building at The Next Step is the perfect next step.
It's also helping me with practical things like paying off debt and saving money.

When the time comes to transition into my own place, I won't be starting already in the hole financially. I'm very
thankful for the opportunity it's given me."
- Eric
NLP Graduate
“Raising a 10-year-old daughter and a 16-year-old son as a single mom was pretty difficult, and, honestly, I was overwhelmed. It was impossible to keep up with our bills on my wages, and many things were happening I didn't know how to handle alone.

Being able to move my family into The Next Step has been incredible. It's not just about saving money. What is important is that we are surrounded by support. I feel safe here. We come home at night, and there are other people around. We sit, eat together, and share our day. We check in on each other and laugh a lot!

I’m really happy the kids are involved in such a healthy community. The whole environment is very uplifting. It feels like family, and right now, that is exactly what we need. I'm so grateful to have this time to get our feet back under us.”
- Jessica
Pilot Program Graduate