SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

The YMCA Supportive Services Program is a grant-funded resource within the Downtown YMCA Center that provides access to 132 units of safe, affordable Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing for single adults who have become homeless, those who are marginally homeless, or those who require temporary rental assistance.

The Supportive Services Program also makes an effort to improve the quality of life for people in crisis by addressing basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter along with employment, health, substance abuse education, life skills and monetary issues. Individuals will also have opportunities to access case management, social services and housing assistance.

Supportive Services Objectives

To decrease homelessness by providing supportive services in conjunction with housing to persons who, due to unemployment, underemployment, age or disability, live at or below poverty level.
Assist YMCA residents in addressing the issues that prevent, limit or hinder their ability to be more self-sufficient.
Provide case management that focuses on goal-setting, improving life management and strengthening independence.
Encourage and support participants in their efforts toward independence, personal growth and financial stability.
Chapel Service - Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 pm.

Locations

Services are provided at the YMCA location at 1600 Louisiana.

Hours of Operation

Office hours are Mon-Fri from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with a minimum of two late days a week, with hours extending to 7:00pm. The program currently maintains one director and at least one full-time case manager.

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