C.I.T.A. Rescue Mission
Address
2330 Johnny Ellison Drive
Melbourne, FL 32901-5553
(321) 725-5160
AKA:
CITA Mission, Christ Is The Answer
Description:
CITA Rescue Mission offers a Biblical-based program requiring a commitment of at least 10Â months. CITA!s program offers help with addictions, life skills, and more. There is limited handicapped accessibility in a dormitory-style residence with bunk beds for up to 50 men.
Hours:
Intake interviews Monday - Saturday 09:00 am - 04:00 pm, Sunday No Check-In
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
June 22, 2026
Year Incorporated:
1969
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
2330 Johnny Ellison Drive
Melbourne, FL 32901-5553
Mailing
2330 Johnny Ellison Drive
Melbourne, FL 32901
Contacts
Jeff Petrie
Primary Contact
Counselor/Case Manager
(321) 366-0032
Buddy Morrow
President/Executive Director
Phone Numbers
Administration
(321) 725-5160
Legal Status:
Nonprofit - Incorporated
Services
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Description
CITA Rescue Mission offers a Biblical-based program requiring a commitment of at least 10Â months. CITAâs program offers help with addictions, life skills, and more. There is limited handicapped accessibility in a dormitory-style residence with bunk beds for up to 50 men.
Hours
Intake interviews Monday - Saturday 09:00 am - 04:00 pm, Sunday No Check-In
Required Documents
Birth Certificate, Photo ID, or Proof of Residency
Eligibility
Open to Men Experiencing Homelessness, No Conviction of Sex Crimes, No Crimes Against Children, No Domestic Violence, No Assault on Police Officers or Firefighters
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call, Visit Website Information
Languages
English, Spanish
Service Area
Brevard County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Brevard County
- Brevard County
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Description
CITA Rescue Mission offers a Biblical-based program requiring a commitment of at least 10Â months. CITAâs program offers help with addictions, life skills, and more. There is limited handicapped accessibility in a dormitory-style residence with bunk beds for up to 50 men.
Hours
Shelter: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year Check-in times: Saturday 09:00 am - 04:00 pm, Sunday No Check-In
Required Documents
Birth Certificate, Photo ID, or Proof of Residency
Eligibility
Gender: Male Age: 18 or over Children: No Disability: As Long as the Individual is Able to Work Employed/Employable: Employable Other Forms of Employment (Disability, etc): Allowed on Case-by-Case Basis Medically Stable: Yes Pets: None History of DV: No Committed DV Able to Work Outside of Shelter if Employed: Not Initially, May Start looking for Employment After a Minimum of 120 Days History of Substance Use/Abuse: Yes Criminal Background/Felonies: No Violent Felonies Sex Offender: No Faith Based Beliefs: Accepts Anyone, Kindly Ask that Clients Refrain from Practicing Anything Against the Organization's Faith while Actively Engaged in the Program History of Mental Health Diagnosis: Case-by-Case Basis Cost for shelter: $0 Length of Stay: Max 18 Months
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call, Visit Website for Information
Languages
English, Spanish
Service Area
Brevard County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Brevard County
- Brevard County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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