Family Shelters

Most of the parents we serve are suffering from some degree of trauma and their children often struggle with anxiety.  A significant number of our homeless families are headed by single mothers who are victims of domestic violence.

Our three family shelters include Bridge House, Green House and Independence House, serving 64 homeless families. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development supports all three family shelters and families are referred to us through The Department of Transitional Assistance.

All shelters are open 24/7/365. Each family has their own room with their own key and their own small refrigerator and food cabinet. LSA provides families with three meals each day and a safe, nurturing environment.

On-site case management and direct care staff provide benefits maximization, housing and job search assistance, child care, transportation, medical and mental health care assessments, parenting skills training, and access to developmental play three times per week for children, as well as special holiday gatherings and celebrations to make the experience of family homelessness just a bit easier.

All shelters have backyard space for playing or access to a nearby playground, indoor playrooms, large kitchens and congregate dining areas.