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Magnificat Houses, Inc. (Admissions for Housing and Supportive Services) Our thrift store is permanently closed.

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 86 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(86) 64 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Magnificat Houses, Inc. (Admissions for Housing and Supportive Services) Our thrift store is permanently closed.
Services
Homeless & Transitional Shelters, Public Housing Authorities, Low Income Housing Program
Reviews
86

What Residents Report

Many residents credit Magnificat Houses with meals, job fairs, birth certificate help, and transport to appointments, plus consistently kind staff like Melissa and Erika. However, complaints center on rigid rules (curfew enforcement, early gate lockouts, limited kitchen access), unresponsive management, and reports of disrespectful or discriminatory intake interactions that left some residents stranded or feeling unwelcome.

Praised for
  • caring, patient staff
  • clean facilities and meals
  • job training and employment help
  • transportation and document assistance
  • supportive community vibe
Watch-outs
  • strict rules enforced harshly
  • gate lockouts despite notice
  • alleged discrimination at intake
  • unresponsive management to resident concerns
  • limited kitchen and personal supply access
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Best for: People seeking short-term shelter with job placement support and transportation to rebuild independence.
Think twice if: Residents sensitive to strict curfew enforcement, limited kitchen access, or those concerned about gate lockouts before posted times should clarify policies in advance.

What Works Here

  • job fairs and work study opportunities
  • practical help with documents and transport
  • consistent meal and shelter provision
  • named staff known for going extra mile

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Staff members named: Yavonnce Moshay, Erika Vasquez, Khalilah Bolden, Sister Magdalena, Melissa (House Manager), Cynthia (director)
  • Susanna House location near light rail and Metro buses
  • Emergency shelter stays: 14-30 days
  • Ex-offender programs: 30-90 day stays
  • Curfew policy: 9 pm (gates lock 9:30 pm)
  • Kitchen access restricted to breakfast and dinner times
  • Laundry handled by staff, not residents
  • Meal service and prayer included

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Homeless & Transitional Shelters
Praised for clean facilities, meals, and staff support; criticized for strict enforcement of curfew and access rules, with reports of early gate lockouts.
Low Income Housing Program
Job training and employment fairs help residents move toward independence; lack of clarity on outcomes.
Housing Assistance & Rental Aid Nonprofits
Transportation, document assistance, and health referrals widely appreciated; unresponsive management hampers problem-solving.
Public Housing Authorities
Limited direct evidence; organization operates group homes but nature of public partnership unclear from reviews.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 4 against a 4.07 average across the 40 homeless & transitional shelters businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 31
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
1410 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004

Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:30-16:00
Tuesday
08:30-16:00
Wednesday
08:30-16:00
Thursday
08:30-16:00
Friday
08:30-16:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
Housing services for homeless adultsEmergency shelter (14-30 day stays)Permanent supportive housingHousing for ex-offenders (30-90 day programs)Skill training and work studyJob search assistanceMental health support through clubhouse programHealth assessment and medical referrals

Operating:Since 1949

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common Questions About Applying Here

How long can I stay in emergency shelter?
Emergency shelter stays are 14-30 days. The website also lists 30-90 day programs for people with ex-offender backgrounds and permanent supportive housing options.
What happens if I miss curfew?
Curfew is 9 pm and gates lock at 9:30 pm. Residents report strict enforcement; one person was barred from returning for a missed curfew. Confirm current policy before intake.
Do you help with job searches?
Yes; reviews mention job fairs, work study programs, job search assistance, SNAP benefits help, and transportation to appointments and job interviews.

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Last updated 2026-08-21