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Where can I go if homeless in Massachusetts?

Where can I go if homeless in Massachusetts?

Individuals

  • Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless 781.595.7570.
  • Massachusetts Housing and Shelter Alliance 617.367.6447.
  • Cambridge Multi-service Center for the Homeless 617.349.6340.
  • Travelers Aid Society 617.542.7286.
  • St.
  • Rosie’s Place 617.442.9322.
  • Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Teens) 617.423.9575.

Where do the homeless sleep in Boston?

Overnight emergency shelters

Name Service Phone number
Southampton Shelter Overnight shelter (men) 617-534-5395
Pine Street Inn Men’s Inn Overnight shelter (men) 617-892-9228
Pine Street Inn Women’s Inn Overnight shelter (women) 617-892-9228
Boston Night Center Overnight drop-in shelter (men and women; no beds) 617-788-1001

What is the average age of a homeless person in Massachusetts?

8 years old
Statistics show that families with children are one of the fastest growing segments of the homeless population. In fact, the average age of the Massachusetts homeless population is 8 years old.

What to do if you find yourself homeless?

Here are some things you can do if you become homeless:

  1. Locate shelters in your area.
  2. Track down more resources.
  3. Get in touch with a local homeless advocacy coalition.
  4. Brush up on survival skills.
  5. Consider relocating.
  6. Turn to a local church.
  7. Reduce Your Debts Without Bankruptcy.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Massachusetts?

To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you. To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.

Which cities have the most homeless?

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  • The State of U.S. Homelessness.
  • The U.S. cities have the most homeless.
  • No. 1 — New York City.
  • No. 2 — Los Angeles City and County.
  • No. 3 — Seattle-Tacoma.
  • No. 4 — San Jose/Santa Clara City and County.
  • No. 5 — San Diego City and County.
  • No. 6 — San Francisco.

What city in Massachusetts has the most homeless?

By several orders of magnitude, Massachusetts dwarfs all other states in New England combined in homelessness, according to the data. In Boston, 9.4 residents of every 10,000 are homeless, by far the highest ratio in the state, while Springfield’s ranks second-highest at 4.94 per 10,000, or 2,311.

What states have the most homeless?

Here are the 10 states with the most homeless people:

  • California (151,278)
  • New York (92,091)
  • Florida (28,328)
  • Texas (25,848)
  • Washington (21,577)
  • Massachusetts (18,471)
  • Oregon (15,876)
  • Pennsylvania (13,199)

Where is the Long Island Bridge in Boston?

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