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Serving Somerville, Arlington and Greater Boston
In 1985 the Somerville Homeless Coalition (SHC) was created by the local community’s grassroots
response to the social crisis of homelessness. Neighbors, community activists, university students,
faith-based leaders, business supporters and city officials united to address the escalating problem of
homelessness within Somerville. These collaborative efforts resulted in the opening of the city’s first
emergency shelter and the establishment of SHC.
Today, SHC transforms lives by providing services, support, resources and housing to well over
600 men, women, and children.
SHC’s emergency response programs include an Adult Shelter, Family Shelter, Food Program &
one-on-one Case Management Services. SHC is also an innovator in the realm of “Housing First”.
These housing programs involve Homeless Prevention and providing Affordable Housing with
home-based Supportive Services to the most at-risk homeless individuals and families in our
community.
Find out how YOU can help!
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 440436 Somerville, MA 02144
Administration & Housing Services
1 Davis Square Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: 617-623-6111 Fax: 617-776-7165
*TTY Number 617-776-0750
Map & Directions
SHC RESOURCES & BULLETIN BOARD: