The Bay Area Rescue Mission (BARM) is a comprehensive homeless resource based in Richmond, California, dedicated to addressing the needs of homeless individuals and families in the Bay Area. The organization provides a variety of services such as emergency food and shelter, men and women’s long-term life transformation programs, employment and vocational training, as well as education and counseling. The BARM aims to provide these resources to help the homeless break the cycle of homelessness and poverty, and ultimately, transform their lives.