2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, especially the homeless young adults we work with. This holiday season, we are seeking special donations as well as gift cards to give our clients the freedom and flexibility to choose what they want and need most.
We are in the developmental stages of our largest undertaking yet, Catalyst Housing, which will expand the housing options for homeless and extremely low income young adults north of Boston. Catalyst will offer 23 studio apartments for extremely low-income 18-24 year olds, and a 24th unit will house a live-in Resident Manager. Apartments will be on the 3rd and 4th floor of our historic 57 Munroe Street building. In addition to providing secure and sustainable affordable housing, our ultimate goal is to provide on site opportunities where residents can achieve their full potential by using the many wrap-around services we offer.
Homeless youth housed
Clients Served
Calls answered
of eligible clients enrolled in SNAP Food Stamp benefits.
We provide meals, unrestricted access to a food pantry, gift cards, ID’s, clothing, backpacks, hygiene items, Tracfones, on-site showers and laundry facilities, emergency funds, and other basic needs items.
We actively seek and advocate for appropriate job placements. We also operate an in-house, job-training program at our social enterprise café.
We also help all clients find safe, temporary housing options and facilitate contact.
Young adults are taught how to access insurance and are encouraged to develop relationships with providers who can meet their physical and mental health needs. Educational workshops are provided on nutrition, drug and alcohol use, and reproductive health.
Young adults are coached to develop appropriate social skills via workshops and other program activities.
