Service Net
This organization oversees many programs and resources including not only shelter provision, but also mental health support and substance use issues. They have multiple offices throughout the area, three being in Northampton. This is a great resource to direct those seeking help on many fronts to a fitting resource for them.
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43 Center St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Soldier On
Soldier On provides homeless veterans with shelter, food, and clothing. They have three different housing locations, one in Leeds and two in Pittsfield. In addition, residents have access to treatment groups including Alcohol Anonymous, as well as assistance in resume building, job searches, and financial planning.
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425 North Main Street
Building 6
Leeds, MA 01053
Safe Passage
Safe Passage provides emergency shelter for survivors leaving situations of domestic violence. In addition to housing they provide individual and group counseling, as well as support groups for those who have had an experience with domestic violence. These services are for both adults and children of all genders and sexualities, and are provided in both English and Spanish.
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76 Carlon Drive
Northampton, MA 01060
Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) Program
This government-run program provides short-term financial assistance to those who are homeless, or at risk of losing their home. These finances can be used towards rent, mortgage, moving, and utility expenses. To be eligible one must be at risk of becoming homeless, or be earning 50% or less than the Area Median Income, or, if the household is at risk of domestic violence, 60% or less.
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256 Pleasant Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Grove Street Inn
The Grove Street Inn is a year-round shelter providing a 3-month maximum stay to 20 men and women. The shelter is often full, therefore having a waitlist. It is open during the daytime, providing residents a place to work on job searches and other important endeavors. Residents are responsible for assisting in household upkeep.
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91 Grove St.
Northampton, MA 01060