Text Box: Types of Assistance Shelter services include case management, goal setting information and referral services Procedure Homeless families in need of emergency shelter may be seen on a “walk-in” basis. Upon completion of an in-take interview and signed releases, a criminal background check will be completed. If cleared, applicants are called back for an orientation and drug test. At times when there is no vacancy in any of the agency shelters, applicants will be placed on a waiting list and/or referred to other shelters within Yamhill or surrounding counties. Admission procedures may vary due to specific emergency needs.