Mission Statement
The mission of the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless is to ensure that homeless individuals and families, and those persons who imminently face homelessness in Union County:
• Obtain safe, sanitary, and adequate temporary or emergency shelter;
• Are provided with a full and fair opportunity to secure safe, decent, affordable, permanent housing;
• Are treated with dignity and respect by all throughout the process of obtaining shelter and/or permanent housing;
• Are advocated for and protected from discrimination as they assert their civil and constitutional rights;
• Are assisted in their effort to self-advocate and are empowered to become self-sufficient.
Our Programs
Project Gatekeeper
Our advocacy services. Advocacy involves emergency case management in which clients receive an assessment of what services are available to them and how to acquire that assistance. Also includes Operation Warm Heart and Community Education programs.
Bernice’s Place
A model program for homeless children that provides after-school tutoring, educational enrichment, group support, and recreational services.
Hospitality House Program
Designed to help working homeless families, provides transitional housing for up to seven families at any given time in three houses located in Elizabeth.
What's New
Spring is just around the corner! Mark your calendars so you don’t miss a fun-filled evening, our Friday Night Block Party on April 30th at read more
January 23rd, 2010 was a night to remember: sell-out crowds, energetic volunteers, spirited games, and a finale that will be remembered for years to come. read more
On Saturday, January 23, 2010, the Coalition will be hosting what is likely to be our best Basketball Classic ever! This year we will be read more
Join us on November 14th at 6:30 p.m. at the Parish Center of The Church of Saint Helen, Westfield New Jersey, for the 20th Anniversary read more
Links & Resources
St. Joseph Social Service Center
Housing and Community Development Network of N.J.
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