Program areas at Family Promise Montco Pa
Emergency shelter (network): through our network of local host congregations, families are temporary and compassionately sheltered as a first step to stabilization and self-sufficiency. In addition shelter, food, intensive case management, financial assistance and crisis interventions supports are provided.
Under the organization's housing program the following is provided: -transitional shelter (hope gardens): this stabilizing transitional housing option is available to families for up to two years to ensure a successful transition to safe, affordable, and decent housing. -graduate housing (hope forest and hope on fifth): our graduate housing program provides safe apartments in ambler and lansdale for 4 families who pay slightly below fair market rent and receive case management oversight.
Food pantry: located in roslyn, the food pantry is an important way in which Family Promise Montco Pa supports montgomery county families who are experiencing food scarcity as a result of economic injustice. The pantry was open 4 days per week, including one evening and saturdays so working families can access our services. Nearly 2,300 people accessed free food at our pantry this past year, and over 170,000 pounds of food were distributed.
Other program services: -diversion assistance: funded by Family Promise national and local contributions allowed us to provide financial assistance to successfully divert families from potential homelessness to stable housing. -support services: during their time in emergency shelter or transitional housing, families receive comprehensive support services designed to help parents care for themselves and their families, begin intentionally improving their life skills and decision-making abilities, and develop the internal resources necessary to become self-sufficient. Services include intensive case management, educational life skills training, and help with basic needs. -aftercare services: families that graduate from our housing programs receive support as they transition to fully independent living. The aftercare manager helps families anticipate and address problems that might result in recuring homelessness.