Emergency Shelter: operates three residences for families experiencing homelessness, two in Lackawanna and one in Luzerne County. providing safe, temporary housing while families work toward permanent housing solutions. Key features of this program include: comprehensive case management, a typical stay duration of 30 to 45 days, and a safe environment for families with children.

Rapid ReHousing Program: serves families with children who are coming from a homeless shelter or who were street homeless directly prior to entering the program. This program helps families quickly exit homelessness and return to permanent housing. Key features of this program include: typically 1 to 24 months of rental assistance (typical client receives one year), comprehensive case management for the same duration, life skills training, transportation assistance, employment support and child care assistance, empowerment to maintain homes independently, and rental assistance decreases incrementally until client is responsible for 100% at the end of the program.

Permanent Supportive Housing: serves chronically homeless families (as determined by HUD – 12 months or more of documented homelessness in the last 36 months) where the head of household has a disabling condition (mental health, physical health, or substance use related) that prevents them from obtaining and maintaining housing without supportive services. Key features of this program include: long-term rental assistance, with families contributing 30% of their income toward rent; ongoing case management; and operational support including food, furniture, household items, transportation, and education.

Permanent Housing: operates several single-family residences that provide stable, long-term housing for low-income families. These properties are owned by FOTP/CMC, but leased at affordable, maintainable rates for families to ensure self-sufficiency and stability. Key features of this program include: residences in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties; permanent, long-term lease; ongoing supportive services as needed; and a stable environment for children and families.

Contact:
(570) 342-1342
info@fotpcmc.org
https://fotpcmc.org/household-assistance/
Administration Building: 430 Pittston Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505
Warehouse: 240 East Elm Street, Scranton, PA 18505