There are many homeless services in the Philadelphia, PA region, including shelters of all types, bathing facilities, and mail facilities. And, if you want to help, there are also volunteer opportunities available.
Serves people who have been turned away from shelters and traditional mental health residential programs due to inability to adapt to a more structured environment.
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7943
Covenant House
Contact
31 E Armat St Philadelphia, PA 19144 (215) 951-5411
The Crisis Center is a 51-bed residence located in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. The Crisis Center is for youth up to age 21 who are in need of emergency shelter are welcome with no questions asked through a process called "Open Intake". The Crisis Center is open 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Crisis Center Provides - Shelter
- Food
- Health
- Educational
- Vocational
- Case management
- Counseling
- Pastoral ministr
- Legal advice - Referral to substance abuse treatment and mental health services
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7919
Whosoever Gospel Mission Thrift Shop
Contact
101 E Chelten Ave Philadelphia, PA 19144 (215) 438-3094
Provides for the basic needs of homeless, disadvantaged men and also equips them with the skills and resources they need to achieve a fulfilling life, access to medical care, a lifestyle of recovery from addiction, a good job, financial self-sufficiency, a place they can call home, and long-term success as productive, contributing members of society. Also approved as a Home Plan for prisoners being paroled and released from prison in Pennsylvania.
Eligibility
21 or over, homeless, looking to reenter the workforce, willing to commit to the New Life Program, no or insufficient income.Fees or ChargesFee AmountsFree of charge until employment is ob
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7950
Good Shepherd
Contact
1225 Race St Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 569-1101
Provides meals every day to individuals who arrive by the following times:Breakfast - 7 amLunch - noonSnack - 2:15 pm (most days)Dinner - 6pm Also offers emergency shelter to men 18+ who arrive before 6 pm and have ID. Places available for up to 30 days.
Hours
Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Eligibility
Emergency shelter: men only, with ID.
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7946
Women of Change
Contact
2042 Arch St Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215) 564-0901
A safe haven residence for women, providing 25 semi-private dormitory style beds. The building is handicapped accessible. Residents are offered service coordination, personal recovery services, healthcare, education, social enterprise and employment opportunities. Residents are encouraged to participate in recovery-oriented activities that lead to personal growth, well-being and self-sufficiency with a focus to move to permanent housing.
Hours
Please Call
Eligibility
Documented Current Chronic Homelessness
Currently living on street
Documented serious mental illness
Inappropriate for city shelters Female 18 years of age or olderFees or ChargesTypes of FeesNoneFee AmountsNone
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7944
Youth Service, Inc.
Contact
410 N 34th St Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 222-3262
The largest shelter in the Philadelphia area offering immediate housing to homeless and runaway youth. Each year, Y.E.S provides a safe and support environment, on-site medical treatment, counseling, educational enrichment and recreational opportunities to more than 400 adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17.
Hours
Please Call
Eligibility
May enter Youth Emergency Services through Department of Human Services or the Street Outreach Program. Referrals for service may come from family members, school employees, and other concerned individuals.Fees or ChargesTypes of FeesFree
Area Served
Philadelphia County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7930
Bethesda Project
Contact
1630 South St Philadelphia, PA 19146 (215) 985-1600
Homeless shelter for runaway youth under the age of 18. Teen parent/baby sheltering on a case by case basis. Youth ages 18-21 years old accepted if also in OCY (office of children and youth).
Hours
24/7
Eligibility
Under 18 experiencing parent/child conflict. Must have parent or guardian sign in.Fees or ChargesTypes of FeesNone, monetary donations accepted/requested
Area Served
Bucks County
Not Yet Validated
SID
7927
Inter-Faith Housing Alliance
Contact
31 S Spring Garden St Ambler, PA 19002 (215) 628-2334