Family Shelters In Central Massachusetts

*Community Rooms Available

Friendly House *
87 Elm Street
Worcester 01609
508-792-1799
Community Rooms: 2
Total Capacity: 13 beds for men and women.
Services: Advocacy; referrals; handicap access.
Restrictions:
Admissions Process: Individuals can self-refer for community rooms; otherwise, referrals through the Department of Housing and Community Development are needed. People must call back to check for availability

Interfaith Hospitality Network*
YMCA (main office)
766 Main Street
Worcester, MA
508-890-1200

Greater Worcester Interfaith Hospitality Network Family Shelter
508-798-6732 -Worcester Network
Community Rooms:  All (5 rooms).
Total Capacity: 14 beds for men and women.
Wait List: Yes.
Services:  Wide variety of services offered, from basic needs to case management. 
Restrictions:  Requires that sobriety has been achieved for a minimum of 6 months.
Admissions Process:  There is a wait list.  Individuals can self-refer or obtain a referral from a social service agency.

Shepherd's Place/Willith Center
54 Queen Street
Worcester, MA 01610
508-757-5198
Total Capacity: 8 beds for men and women.
Services: Advocacy; counseling by referral; community kitchen; clothing if available; day program; transportation.
Languages: Spanish
Restrictions: Requires that sobriety has been achieved for a minimum of 6 months.; no boys over the age of 13; no active domestic abuse or substance abuse.
Admissions Process: Must have a referral from the Department of Transitional Assistance and be eligible for Emergency Assistance.

 

Youville House
133 Granite Street
Worcester, MA 01604
508-753-3084
Total Capacity: 16 families
Services: Advocacy; counseling; 3 meals; housing search.
Restrictions: Requires sobriety on premises.
Admissions Process:   Must have a referral from the Department of Transitional Assistance and be eligible for Emergency Assistance