Address: 1121 University Ave., Madison, WI 53715

Telephone Number: 608-294-7998, ext. 302

Email address: interfaith@tds.net

Website: http://communities.madison.com/ihn

Contact Person(s) for Field Placement: Rachel Krinsky, MSW, Executive Director

Services Provided: Programs for homeless families with children, including a shelter network, housing stabilization, transitional housing, mentoring and a consumer advocacy group.

Summary of Expected Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes of Student Interns: Interns will work in case management and/or assist in our consumer advocacy group. In either case, interns will experience generalist social work practice in an agency dedicated to social work ethics and values. Outcomes will include assessment, case management and advocacy skills; learning related to race, class and other socioeconomic issues; and a working knowledge of local resources.