THE AGAPE HOUSE The Agape House is a Christian Shelter that has ten self-contained, furnished apartments. They are both one and two bedroom units with a kitchen, dining area, bathroom, and living room. We have added bunk beds and a sofa bed to accommodate larger families. The Agape house is more than a shelter for the homeless. We have designed a program that provides opportunities for displaced women and families to become integrated into the community. We work together with other local agencies to help our clients find employment, housing, childcare, and educational resources.

There is a trained staff of counselors to assist the families with their progress.

• Supervised group meetings and other events are in place to help teach and train individuals.
• We also have a Life Skills Coach living at the Agape House to assist us with our guests.

Life skills program that focuses on the inner man that enables a man to be delivered from destructive behaviors to a productive member of society. Residential program that provides training in life skills, computer skills and employment readiness. Transitional program participants can join the Clean Team, a vocational rehabilitation program. Secondary services for clients include a weekly health clinic and subsidized apartments for men who have successfully completed their programs and still need permanent housing. Maximum stay of one year.

Provides inpatient rehabilitation services

COVID-19 UPDATES: Men's shelter is closed to new clients at this time. The men's shelter and work rehabilitation program is a 39 bed program providing shelter for men in need. Men remain in the program for an average of 9-12 months and work 40 hours per week at 643 Elmira Street. This program not only provides shelter and an opportunity for a new start, but through work, also teaches the much needed soft skills that will help these men be successful members of the community.

For eligible candidates: Housing program which allows a longer-term option (up to one year for qualified candidates) Individualized support services include:

budget counseling (debt payment and savings)

• educational workshops
• referral services to other community agencies. The Bridge Housing program utilizes eight apartment units in York City and two single room occupancy units on the third floor of Bell Family Shelter.

Provides transitional housing for women and children with drug/alcohol and/or mental health disability. Provides a permanent housing program for homeless individuals or families with a drug/alcohol or mental health disability.

Extended shelter and supportive services for homeless individuals and/or families.

Provides transitional housing by providing stable housing and loving support for up to one year while families work toward financial stability and permanent housing

Provides comprehensive services to persons facing long-term homelessness and provides a supportive, safe environment for adults and children. Residents must undergo a thorough screening process prior to enrolling. Contains twelve apartments, is a safe, secure environment, and guests remain from three to twelve months.

Helps single women with children to find rapid re-housing and offers prevention services to help families secure permanent housing.

The mission of Bridge of Hope of York County is to end and prevent homelessness, for single mothers and their children, one church and one family at a time. Our program is 12-18 months.

Thirty-day residences for homeless women and children. The units provide a temporary residence for women and their children who are in crisis which leaves them homeless. Residents are required to be drug and alcohol free, physically and emotionally able to care for their children, and willing to assist with household tasks. Applicants must be residents of Luzerne County for at least three months. Women must be homeless without substantial resources and for reasons other than domestic violence; drug and alcohol free; physically and emotionally able to care for their children; and willing to assist with household tasks and cooperate in a shared living situation. Services include: shelter, case management, transportation, linkages to community resources, medical Assessment, and health service referrals. All services are provided free of charge.

Thirty-day residences for homeless women and children. The units provide a temporary residence for women and their children who are in crisis which leaves them homeless. Residents are required to be drug and alcohol free, physically and emotionally able to care for their children, and willing to assist with household tasks. Applicants must be residents of Lackawanna County for at least three months. Women must be homeless without substantial resources and for reasons other than domestic violence; drug and alcohol free; physically and emotionally able to care for their children; and willing to assist with household tasks and cooperate in a shared living situation. Services include: shelter, case management, transportation, linkages to community resources, medical Assessment, and health service referrals. All services are provided free of charge.

Program provides 16 fully furnished apartments for homeless women, three of which can accommodate a homeless woman and child. Rents are calculated at 30% of the participant’s income. Residents may remain in the program for up to 18 months. Case management is provided on site on a weekly basis to program residents and is geared toward assisting residents to attain self sufficiency in order to transition from homelessness to permanent housing.

COVID-19 UPDATES: Not accepting new clients currently. (3/23) Provides shelter, care, counseling, and education as an alternative to abortion for pregnant women ages 18 and older. Participants will receive instructions on maternal, prenatal, and postnatal care as well as nutrition. They will be given the opportunity to learn parenting skills, and receive counseling and job training. In addition, they will learn how to live together as a family at the maternity home. Women must provide their own food although there is food donated that all may share. Women are asked to pay $10.00 a week. Assistance will be provided to help participants who have not completed their high school or vocational school education. After the birth of their child, participants will receive assistance in securing housing, employment, and day-care facilities. Ongoing counseling and support will be available, if required.

Programs that provide extended shelter and supportive services for homeless individuals and/or families with the goal of helping them live independently and transition into permanent housing. Some programs require that the individual/family be transitioning from a short-term emergency shelter. The length of stay varies considerably by program. It is generally longer than two weeks but typically 60 days or more and, in many cases, up to two years or more. The supportive services may be provided directly by the organization managing the housing or may be coordinated by them and provided by other public or private agencies. In some cases, a "transition in place" option allows families to continue living in the same complex (if not the same unit) where their transitional housing unit is located when they are ready to move to permanent housing. In other cases, the permanent housing option is either public housing or private rental housing supported by a tenant-based voucher subsidy. Included are post-domestic violence shelter housing programs that make affordable rental housing (or other accommodations) available to women, generally those who are coming directly out of a domestic violence shelter or other crisis shelter, often in apartment complexes owned by the shelter.

Transitional recovery homes for adult males in recovery and ex-offenders. Residents are expected to be involved in a recovery program which may include off site drug and alcohol counseling, twelve-step meetings or spiritual growth groups. All residents are subject to random drug testing. Ten different locations in Harrisburg, PA.

Provides transitional housing assistance.

Transitional housing for mothers with children and youth aging out of Foster Care experiencing homelessness. Goal-focused high independence program. Services includes: - Case management - Goal setting/accountability - Life skills training - Job readiness preparation: computer use available - Resource mapping and appropriate referrals - Group counseling

Transitional housing program for homeless families and individuals. Families can live there while they save their own earned income to pay for security deposits, first month's rent, back rent, utilities and other future needs. A case worker and peer volunteer meet with each resident or family is weekly to assess their progress and hold them accountable to the CCHC's Seven-Step Program. The steps are adapted to individual needs and are carried out on a weekly basis. Follow-up and ongoing mentoring provide ongoing assessment, supervision, personal development, and problem-solving.

**NOTES** Click here for Coronavirus Information Transitional housing for victims and children of domestic violence.

For families who are unable to secure independent housing at the end of their shelter stay. Families may stay in these units for an indefinite period of time or until they are able to secure housing within the community. Each unit has two to three bedrooms, private living rooms and shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. Initially, this housing is free of charge however, once the family has been stabilized they are required to pay 30% of their income for rent.

Shelter is staffed 24 hours per day/365 days a year. Individuals and families with children are accepted any time; day or night depending upon the availability of space. All daily amenities are available and our staff makes every effort to provide individual clients with specific necessities including clothing, transportation and medicine on an as-needed basis. Staff is able to refer disabled clients for entitlement benefits and assist those who are physically and emotionally capable to seek employment. Group counseling, education and training to promote self-sufficiency.

Provides transitional housing for battered and homeless women and their children.

A 10-bed transitional housing program for homeless veterans motivated to rebuild their lives. They provide a drug and alcohol free environment for veterans to identify the barriers to obtaining and maintaining housing. A case manager works with each veteran through support, advocacy and one-on-one life skills training to help them achieve their goals.

Housing units for families that have successfully met the graduation requirements of the Family Promise program. Families are welcome to stay at Promise House for up to 18-24 months. Families will continue to receive case management and other support services while residing at the Promise House.

**COVID-19 UPDATES** Not accepting new families. Host churches and volunteers are unable to house them right now so current families were provided with other arrangements. Family Promise of Monroe County helps homeless and at risk children and their families achieve sustainable independence through safe shelter and services by a collaborative network of community organizations. Helps families facing homelessness throughout Monroe County. As fast as possible moves our families into safety and provide them with hot healthy food. Our Case Manager works with each family to plan their rapid return to independent housing. Helps with the services a family might need, such as: securing housing, employment, job training, and connecting to services. Host Congregations. Eight to thirteen host congregations make up the Family Promise Network and provide the overnight accommodations and evening meal to families on a rotating schedule. Day Center. Guests spend the daytime hours at the Day Center, the homelike shelter, which also serves as the office space for the Family Promise staff. Support Services. Case Management staff work with guests to accomplish goals needed to successfully exit the program, as well as coordinate and refer the best possible services from other community agencies. Transportation. The Network provides transportation between the host congregations and the Day Center on a daily basis. Family Promise of Monroe County’s Pets with a Promise allows families to keep their pets while working towards independence in the program. The funds allow Family Promise to offer direct services to families with pets including boarding, vaccinations, veterinary care, pet supplies, and transportation related to boarding or fostering. The goal of Pets with a Promise is to ensure families experiencing homelessness do not have to choose between receiving services and keeping their pets.

FSWP Homeless Veterans Program serves to: reduce the number of homeless Veteran families, reduce the length of stay in homeless shelters or in homelessness, reduce number of Veteran families experiencing homelessness for the first time, and reduce number of repeat episodes of homelessness.

The H.O.M.E program provides transitional housing, on-site case management, food, clothing, transportation, child care subsidy/assistance, employment support and other essential supportive services to homeless women Veterans and their children. The H.O.M.E program focuses on integrating women Veterans back into their local communities and providing vast, safe and suitable residential areas to choose from. The H.O.M.E program is a collaboration with our resource partners that includes targeted supportive services to assist women Veterans in reaching their goals. Although based in the DC Metro Area, the program has assisted women veterans and children in over 15 States and Territories.

Offers shelter and support services to be a direct solution to families who are facing personal crises. Provide residents an avenue to housing self-sufficiency through transitional housing services. Empowers homeless residents to gain independence as quickly as possible. Residents actively work with Gate House staff to identify and work toward goals to include but is not limited to obtaining employment, securing affordable housing, furthering education, and gaining important life skills. Gate House staff collaborate on goals for self-sufficienct with agencies such as PA CareerLink, Central Susquehanna Opportunities, Inc., and the Department of Human Services.

Serve women and children by providing transitional housing. Works in conjunction with advocates and agencies to offer relevant and supportive intervention services when necessary. Aims to uplift and improve the wellness of each individual by providing information and resources that will empower them. Programs embrace the “Five Pillars of Success” philosophy: housing, education, employment, well being, and unconditional care.

Women of all ages are at risk of experiencing homelessness. For older women, the likelihood of increasing their income is low and whatever savings they have is spent quickly due to the high costs of living in Chester County. Home of the Sparrow provides housing for up to 11 pre-senior women at a time who are at risk of becoming homeless. They offer communal and apartment living via a property in West Chester and another in Coatesville. The residents live with us paying program fees which are well below market rents. We ensure their placement in the subsidized housing queue so when they turn 62, they receive housing benefits. Accepted participants move into one of the HOS properties and pay a percentage of their income towards rent. They meet with a program coordinator monthly to complete budgeting. Participants can stay up to two years.

Once an individual is ready to take the step to life recovery, they can join our men's program. Our program, Foundations, is free for any man that is ready to restore their life. Once in the program, the men will work through different levels of accountability. The men are enrolled in classes as well as being assigned various jobs around the property. This 13-month residential life recovery ministry is designed for men who have expressed a desire to change their lives – both physically and spiritually. Intended to break the cycle of homelessness and addictions, this ministry encourages individual accountability and responsibility using a Biblical-based class curriculum, work assignments, and counseling. The desired goal for each man is to successfully complete this program and become a contributing member of society.

Counseling services and screening (Depression, Anger, Anxiety and PTSD) Homelessness, near homelessness or housing insecurity typically has a back story of depression, anxiety, abuses and losses and often there are missing basic life skills. House of David is an extension of Jewel David Ministries counseling services in Elizabethtown PA. HOD clients are offered exclusive support for therapeutic counseling addressing the recurring emotional and difficult life experiences that contribute to persistent home and family volatility. In addition, House of David clients are offered the opportunity to learn healthy coping skills, basic life skills, mentoring, basic money management.

**NOTES** Closed to the public, but business is being conducted via phone or e-mail. Offers rental assistance, shelter assistance, information and referral, bridge housing, transitional housing, medical assistance transportation, volunteer income tax assistance, and financial assistance with transportation and child care for eligible participants.

Christian healing center for women who have suffered from any abuse or trauma. Provides a shared living experience for 3 months including individual ministry/prayer sessions, homework, living in a safe and uplifting atmosphere and training on positive living. During this time participants are not able to works so they can give full commitment to the program. Also offer regular prayer ministry sessions to women who do not live in the healing center.

Emergency shelter for women and their children in a condition of homelessness.

• Within 48 hours of arriving, a staff member will work one on one to encourage each guest to create a personal life plan.
• Everyone is expected to invest in themselves and the shelter community by participating in earning economy through daily tasks and fulfilling other personal responsibilities.
• When guests develop and work towards their personal goals and invest in self, LPCM, can and will offer additional services to help create greater forward momentum. It is a collaborative relationship.
• LifePath (LPCM) invests in our community by creating opportunities for engagement and fostering accountability. It is the expectation that LPCM's guests invest in their movement forward. LPCM desires that all would find restored relationship with God, self, others and God's creation and that this would serve as the foundation for our guests to become contributing members of our community. LPCM stands ready to meet our guests where they are and encourage hope for their future.
• In the LPCM community, the following classes are offered: Biblical Enrichment through Chapel, Daily Devotions and biblical Studies, R sum Building, Job Interviews, Budgeting, Time Management and much, much more!
• VISION: Transforming lives, transforming community.

This is not an emergency shelter - It is a 6 month to 1 year transitional housing program. Non-profit interdenominational ministry which provides transitional housing and spiritual support to both the churched and unchurched women in need of short-term housing (6 months to 1 year). Also provides residents with resources to help them obtain job skills, parenting, employment readiness, etc.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. One home is available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay a minimum of 4 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. One home is available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay a minimum of 4 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. One home is available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay up to 4-6 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. One home is available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay a minimum of 4 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. Three homes are available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay a minimum of 4 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. Two homes are available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay a minimum of 4 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Offers short-term, transitional housing and support to homeless families. One home is available. All utilities are paid and residents may stay up to 4-6 months. Specific rules and regulations set up by the governing committee must be followed. A mentor and budget coach meet with the residents weekly to monitor progress toward self-sufficiency. Residents must also be willing to commit to program goals and work with Homes of Hope Coordinator.

Volunteers from neighborhood churches helpling individuals and families in need. Providing diverse supplemental services including but not limited to: Transportation to medical appointments, Shopping for groceries, Delivering a hot meal.

Temporary (6-12 month) transitional housing program for single families with at least 1 child. Program accommodates 1 family at a time. Program includes case management and addresses financial, employment, physical, mental health, and spiritual needs.

NOW ACCEPTING SMALL FAMILY REFERRALS, 4 OR LESS. Only referrals through HMIS by a Housing Specialist will be considered. A live-in, Christ-centered, life recovery program for returning citizens, individuals in recovery, individuals experiencing homelessness, and other individuals in need of support to make positive life changes. The program lasts 3-6 months, with the ultimate goal of preparing residents to return to the community to live independent, productive lives.

Milagro House is an education-based program that provides housing to women and children experiencing homelessness. We have three programs: Housing, Education and Children. Housing Program: Provides a safe and secure environment in which residents are able to focus on achieving educational and life goals. Their model includes a private room for each family and shared living space among all resident families. Education Program: Consists of two tracks: GED and Post-Secondary. Upon acceptance, a woman without her high school diploma will be enrolled in their on-site GED school where she will receive a written IEP (Individual Education Plan) and one-on-one instruction. A woman who enters their program having completed high school or previously attained her GED will be enrolled in their post-secondary track. Children’s Program: Focuses on the direct needs of each child that enters Milagro House. During the first few weeks of residency, their Children’s Health Liaison provides a developmental assessment to make sure each child is developmentally on track. If a delay is recorded, that child will receive a referral to Early Intervention or the IU13. In addition, the Children’s Health Liaison provides other instruction including, but not limited to medical and dental referrals and “ages and stages” instruction.

Provides safe, supportive housing and short-term counseling for veterans and their families.

**NOTES** Not accepting any housing referrals at this time. Short term transitional housing for homeless families coming out of emergency shelters or referred by Lehigh County or Northampton County. Case management, life skills classes and children's programs provided to residents.

Four apartment transitional living facility for homeless families. Transitional housing services only; emergency shelter/housing is not available. Families are given a stable living environment. Referrals are accepted from Lycoming Housing Alliance Member organizations.

Provide transitional housing for recently released inmates and assistance with all the issues of reentry into the community. The Centers provide care and aftercare for offenders and victims, and for their families, and provide public education on offender and community safety and re-entry issues. The Centers program works to build character and reduce recidivism by providing support, encouragement, and mentoring to those marginalized by society because of their former inmate status. Emphasis is placed on character building and helping returning citizens become productive members of society.

Offers temporary housing to those that qualify. 3 to 6 month program that grows from temporary housing to moving out into own apartment. Zero tolerance policy for drugs/alcohol 3 strikes policy with our clients

Transitional housing program; not an emergency shelter. Organizes housing and operate housing with related services for the care and relief of families with children in a housing crisis.

30-60 day time limited program for individuals with a mental health or drug and alcohol diagnosis that may be coming out of a long term facility and/or in need of a temporary transitional living. Focuses on giving guidance and skill development to individuals necessary for living independently.

Offers transitional housing and supportive services to individuals and families. Facilitates movement to permanent housing eventually within 18 months.

36-bed shelter for homeless families, including couples and parents with children, who may have been evicted, victims of fire or domestic violence, or stranded in the city and in need of shelter. Crisis intervention is provided. Bridge Housing Program provided for families who have completed the Emergency Shelter Program.

Transitional shelter for men using substances.

Emergency Direct Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

A transitional housing project for men in recovery. Offers support by assisting in reuniting family ties, with financial counseling, addiction support group, men's group and church support.

We meet the basics of a person's needs including, shelter, food, and clothing. All beneficiaries participate in worship services, Bible studies, and a host of other social activities. We provide individual counseling, groups, educational opportunities, and work therapy to prepare people to reconnect with their community. Our program time is flexible enough to allow us to work with each person at his/her pace. We maintain a drug-free environment with in-house and community twelve-step programs available.

Provides transitional housing and supportive services to homeless families. Not an emergency shelter- must apply for admission to this program. All residents are encouraged to stay a prolonged period of time (6mos-1yr). Residents must follow strict rules and maintain or actively seek employment. Random drug testing is conducted.

Bridge House provides comprehensive services to persons facing long-term homelessness and provides a supportive, safe environment for adults and children. Prospective residents undergo a thorough screening process prior to enrolling. Contains twelve apartments, each with a private bathroom, living room, kitchenette and closet. Guests remain from three to twelve months. Residents must abstain from all use of drugs and alcohol. Funded through the Schuylkill County Block Grant Programs Office.

Intake for this service is through Christian Churches United - HELP Ministies. Please call: (717) 238-2851. ----------------------------------- Post-shelter extended case management program to stabilize independence with program goal plans, commitment to self-help, participation in life skills, counseling and other trainings, adherence to budget, demonstrated progress achieving goal plan objectives and employment. Case management personalized to needs. For maximum of 6 female veterans.

Offers outreach, transgender education, trans inclusion training, advocacy, and emergency housing/shelter for transgender people of Pittsburgh.

A communal housing program whose purpose is to assist homeless individuals with mental illnesses to learn how to obtain and sustain employment and housing. Our primary objective is to assist individuals with building skills to be able to live on their own in the community.

A living arrangement designed specifically for veterans with mental illness who are active members of society and wish to live independently. Primary objective is to assist individuals with building skills to be able to live on their own in the community.

Provides transitional housing and supportive services for women leaving prison who have a desire to learn how to live their life according to Christian principals and be reunited with their children. The program teaches positive parenting, life skills and financial responsibility through schooling and employment, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills they need to achieve responsibilities. Christian faith is at the core of Beth Shalom's guiding principles and objectives. Beth Shalom's facility has five apartments. Residents pay nominal program fees and stay up to one year. Tabor Community Services provides programmatic and administrative support.

A program working with people experiencing homelessness having the express goal of moving to permanent housing. All programs are housed at 105 E King St. Within the program, they serve many populations, including but not restricted to Veterans through our Veterans’ Victory House, families and households through the Emergency Shelter program. Each household is assigned a case manager who works with each individual or family to develop an Individualized Housing Plan, again with the ultimate goal of achieving permanent housing. The plan, worked on together with the family or individual includes, among other items, a budget and a potential referral to a rapid re-housing program. Emphasis may also be placed on education, employment and/or recovery needs.

**NOTES** Intake Procedure: Due to the COVID-19, Third Street Alliance will not accept referrals or walk-ins. Evening and weekend referrals not available. No walk-ins accepted. No direct referrals to the emergency shelter. Referrals must come from Housing Specialists. Emergency shelter and transitional housing program provides shelter for homeless women and children. Women wishing to enter must make an intake appointment and will then be placed on the waiting list. Families initially accepted into shelter for 30 days, but can stay for up to 12 months if necessary. Residents may be provided with childcare.

Provides a supportive environment to assist individuals with mental health challenges to learn independent living skills. Services are provided in a group home setting. Teach life skills.

Six mental health units that are utilized as transitional living apartments.

Helps to meet the transitional needs of pre and post release male prisoners and their families in order to prepare them for reintegration into the community. Networks with other ministries and organizations and connects clients to resources. Provides pre-release orientation classes to educate sentenced men who are eligible for release. Also provides post-release services with a continuum of care through case management and supervised transitional housing for men who choose to participate in the program with the objective of a changed lifestyle. Program provides basic housing, Bible study, individual and budget counseling. Occupants must obtain employment. Case management services also available to non-residents.

The Major Paul Syverson Veterans Sanctuary (commonly referred to as Paul's House) is located in the former Hotel Jonas in Polk Township. It’s namesake, Major Paul Syverson, was a highly decorated Special Forces Officer who was killed in a mortar attack in Iraq in 2004. This restored building continues to serve the community as it has for decades with beds and meals, as well as a renewed mission. Thanks to the community and countless volunteers we accomplished a “million dollar home rehab on a $100,000 budget”. This facility is located at 1120 Scenic Drive, which is the intersection of highway 534 and Jonas Road, in the town of Kunkletown in rural Monroe County, PA. Paul’s House accommodates up to 13 Veterans a day. We serve 3 healthy meals a day that are specifically designed to help with health challenges faced by homeless Veterans. The program is dependent on community donations and our volunteers who generously donate over 5,000 combined hours per month . Maintenance, cooking, sorting clothing, delivering furniture and housekeeping are all accomplished thanks to our volunteers

Provides information or assistance for housing needs, transitional housing, shelters, landlords, security deposit assistance, help with eviction notices, and a caseworker.

Temporary or emergency short-term shelter for the Homeless. Must be open with Venango County Human Services. VTECH - Limited stay emergency lodging is provided through Sugar Valley Lodge. Single adult male or female. Must work on finding permanent housing. Homeless Family Shelter for Families - Can assist up to three families at one time. Will work with service coordinator in finding permanent housing.

Beacon House is sponsored by the "Veterans of Vietnam War Post #30" and administered totally by volunteer efforts. Provides temporary housing for homeless veterans. The house serves as a transitional group home for up to eight homeless veterans who have completed drug and alcohol recovery programs at Veterans Administration Hospital in Lebanon. Counseling and support are also provided to veterans. Resident veterans are provided with medical and vocational rehabilitation services through the Lebanon Veterans Medical Center. Volunteers also help with driving and maintenance of the agency van. Speakers are available to give presentations about the organization to interested groups.

HELPLINE: Helpline staffed by professionals who understand the unique challenges faced by today’s military and veteran families. Free service offers information, creates connections and gives hope to struggling families, wherever they are. It can also serve as a future resident’s first step to moving to the National Home. FAMILY PROGRAM: Families who need a fresh start can live in the safe and peaceful environment of the VFW National Home for Children campus community for 1-4 years and benefit from numerous community supports, including case management services, on-site licensed child care, life skills training, tutoring and other educational services, as well as recreational and community service opportunities.

**NOTES** Only accepting Veteran referrals at this time. Shelter and transitional housing program for homeless adult men, 18-65 years old. Individuals are initially accepted for 45 days, but that can be extended if the program is right for them. Case managers assist residents in obtaining services and establishing a plan for self sufficiency. Most residents are referred to Victory House through the Drug and Alcohol Division of Lehigh or Northampton Counties or the Veterans Administration. - For a referral from Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol Division contact Lehigh Valley Intake at 610-923-0394. - For a referral from Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division contact 610-829-4725. All men referred from the County Drug and Alcohol Divisions must be currently active in substance abuse treatment. - United States Veterans can contact the Department of Veterans Affairs in Allentown at 610-776-4364 for an assessment and referral. Referrals are accepted for admission on Monday through Friday.

A transitional living program that serves homeless young adults ages 18-24. Services provided include case management and life skills education. Primary goals of the program are to assist individuals through the recovery process to achieve independence and housing permanency.

Provides emergency domestic violence shelter and supportive services including crisis intervention hotline, education, and help with legal issues. Offers transitional housing and case management for women and children rendered homeless by domestic violence.

An EOC Housing Specialist assists clients in transitional and/or permanent, supportive housing provided by HANDS, EOC, or other community housing resources. The Housing Specialist also coordinates with the Local Housing Options Team (LHOT) to identify and advocate for more housing opportunities.

Provides emergency safe housing for those women, children and men who must flee their homes to be safe. Crisis services are availabe 24/7/365. Longer term transitional housing is available to assist survivors to secure a life free from violence and oppression. From emergency housing, they are moved into transitional housing and given financial aid for a security deposit, rent, utilities, furnishings and food. Advocates continue to work closely with them to find employment and eventually a permanent, affordable home of their own.

COVID-19 UPDATES: WRC is responding to crisis calls via the agencies 24/7 confidential hotline. We are doing face to face appointments. Court representation is limited to emergencies. Provides emergency safe housing for those women, children and men who must flee their homes to be safe. Crisis services are available 24/7. Longer term transitional housing is available to assist survivors to secure a life free from violence and oppression. From emergency housing, they are moved into transitional housing and given financial aid for a security deposit, rent, utilities, furnishings and food. Advocates continue to work closely with them to find employment and eventually a permanent, affordable home of their own.

Transitional housing for men in recovery.

Supportive housing for chemically dependent and homeless Veteran's.

Supportive housing for chemically dependent and homeless men and women.

Supportive housing for chemically dependent and homeless men and women.

Supportive housing for homeless men.

Supportive housing for chemically dependent and homeless men with mental health concerns.

Supportive housing for single women with no more than two child under the age of 11, who are working towards self-sufficiency.

A Bridge Housing resident may reside in the program for six to twelve months long.

Housing offered in two and three bedroom apartments. Program goals include employment and permanent housing. An income is NOT required to enter the program.

Transitional housing for eligible homeless single male veterans. Provides case management, goal planning, transportation, referral and other supportive services to enrolled, eligible homeless veterans. Individual goal plans are tailored to meet the homeless veteran's unique needs and goals. Plans may include development of employment or other sources of income, housing stability, transition to permanent housing, educational goals and/or overcoming barriers to success.

Provides permanent long-term housing for low and moderate income single women and mothers with one or two children. Emergency Shelter for families with up to three children. Shared facilities include kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and lounges. Residents can stay up to one year.

Offers safe and secure emergency housing and case management. Offers help with homelessness. Has a homeless shelter. Helps with street outreach. Case Management: Program staff assist individuals with, obtaining safe, affordable, and permanent housing, job searches, resume preparation, employment readiness, learning how to budget and skills of daily living, applying for social security benefits, street outreach.

COVID-19 UPDATES: Call 211 for housing intake. All other services being conducted by phone. A permenant supportive housing program for women and women with children who are homeless in Lycoming County. The maximum length of stay at Liberty House is 24 months. Clients/residents of Liberty House attend counseling and life skills education workshops. The staff work with participants on money management, parenting, job hunting, and nutrition, with the goal of self-sufficiency. All parents are required to attend parenting classes.

The mission of ACCESS-York is to eliminate domestic violence in York County.

STILL WATERS - Emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.

• 24-hour hotline
• Option and supportive counseling
• SUPPORT GROUPS: Tuesdays, 10:00am to 11:00am, Wednesdays 6:00pm to 7:30 pm. Call for locations
• Children's program
• Legal advocacy/hospital advocacy
• Referral info/speakers bureau
• Volunteer program/community education & training
• Community outreach/rural outreach
• Transitional housing
• OUTREACH LOCATIONS: Community Progress Council - Red Lion; Mason-Dixon Community Services - Delta; New Hope Ministries - Dover; Red Land Community Center - Lewisberry; Red Lion Area Community Services; Southern Community Services - Shrewsbury.
• Safe pet program-in collaboration with the York County SPCA, ACCESS-York and its Hanover program, Still Waters, are able to arrange short-term foster-care for pets when a family needs to seek refuge from the violence.
• Cell phone donations accepted PLEASE, NOTE: there is limited space for men and/or other gender