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Renovation and Expansion of Emergency Shelters and Supportive Housing Program Completed.

September 2025

Our Emergency Shelters have undergone a full transformation—renovated, expanded, and reimagined to provide greater comfort, dignity, and hope for our neighbors facing homelessness.

The expansion brings our total to 31 beds, and completely revitalizes every corner of the shelters—modern kitchens, refreshed bathrooms, upgraded laundry facilities, welcoming common areas, and improved bedrooms that feel more like home. Outside, a newly paved parking lot and peaceful sitting areas invite guests to enjoy the small gardens they’ve planted—a space that blooms with both color and pride.

What this means for our guests is compassionate care in a place that feels safe and supportive. Here, individuals have the stability and encouragement they need to focus on their goals—rebuilding their lives, finding housing, and achieving lasting self-sufficiency.

These incredible improvements were made possible thanks to the unwavering dedication of our community partners, funders, and supporters who helped bring these projects across the finish line. We are deeply grateful to the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) and its Homeless Housing Assistance Program (HHAP), the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB), Saratoga National Bank and Trust, and Broadview Federal Credit Union for their capital support.

This is what community looks like—neighbors coming together to invest in dignity, safety, and opportunity. With your support, hope truly lives here—and together, we’re working to end homelessness one person at a time.

August 2025

Significant progress continues at our Emergency Shelter, with anticipated completion by the end of the month. Crews have been hard at work — kitchen cabinets, sheetrock, taping and painting are well underway, alongside continued progress on electrical and plumbing systems.

Exterior House 14

Reception

Kitchen

Interior Hallway

July 2025

Progress continues on 14 Walworth Street Emergency Shelter with key milestones achieved this month. The driveway has been fully paved, and interior work has advanced with plumbing, insulation, and drywall installation. The project remains on track, with estimated completion anticipated later this summer.

House 14 Front View

Interior First Floor

Interior Living Room

A view of one of the large upstairs bedrooms, which can house up to four guests.

March 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that our newly renovated Emergency Shelter at 20 Walworth Street is officially complete! On Friday, March 28th, our dedicated volunteers and staff moved everything from the old shelter at 14 Walworth to our new home. Now, our team is busy setting up to ensure the space is warm, welcoming, and ready to serve our guests.

The beautiful kitchen at 20 Walworth Street.

A bedroom on the first floor at 20 Walworth Street.

February 2025

A view of the kitchen from the main hallway of the house. Flooring and appliances will be installed within the next few weeks.

Exciting progress is happening at our 20 Walworth Street Emergency Shelter! All drywall has been installed, walls are freshly painted, and door jambs are being put in place. Flooring is being laid, and kitchen cabinets and appliances are also being installed, bringing us one step closer to welcoming residents home.

Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the finish line!

This area will be a common area/living room. Next step is flooring installation!

The siding on the house has been completed!

January 2025

January was a busy month for renovations at our 20 Walworth Street property! Inside, insulation has been installed, plywood is down in preparation for flooring, and the crew is gearing up to put up sheetrock. Meanwhile, outside, new siding is being added to the back expansion, with plans to update the front of the house to match. Progress is well underway!

December 2024

Significant progress was made at 20 Walworth in December, with major milestones completed. New windows were installed, a new roof was added, and the front porch received a much-needed refresh. Inside, work is steadily advancing, with electrical and plumbing installations currently underway.

November 2024

During November the Ballston Ave location was a hive of activity. The team focused on finalizing details, including welcoming our property manager on site, setting up case managers’ offices, and assembling furniture as it arrived. During this time, our case managers worked diligently to get tenants ready to move in as well!

October 2024

Kitchen counter tops, appliances, and beautiful hardwood floors are installed and awaiting their new tenants. Pictured is the kitchen in the main house upper apartment, where the Property Manager will reside.

Pictured here is the main house communal kitchen at 73 Ballston Ave, which will be utilized by tenants & staff.

September 2024

We are thrilled to announce that our 9 new supportive housing units at our Ballston Ave location will be opening in November! These efficiency units are permanent and designed to provide a safe and comfortable living space for individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness and will benefit from added support to stay safely housed while working to address any underlying health conditions they may face.

As we put the final touches in place for the new residents, we’re pleased to share that kitchen cabinets have been installed, heating and cooling systems are operational, and furniture is on order! Each eligible tenant will receive an income-based rental subsidy, eliminating the financial barrier for those whose health conditions prevent livable wages.

Tenants will benefit from onsite services intended to provide health and housing stabilization. The program will be staffed 24 hours a day, including a case manager, housing stabilization specialist, and property manager. The facility also includes the Hospitality House, where residents can do laundry, access a fully equipped kitchen, and space for shared meals or resident-based activities.

The supportive housing program has been developed in collaboration with the NYS Office of Temporary Disability Assistance Homeless Housing Assistance Program, Broadview Federal Credit Union, The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, Arrow Bank, and The Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative program (ESSHI).

The opening of these units represents our commitment to fostering independence and improving the quality of life for those in need. We can’t wait to welcome our first residents and give you a tour when the property is finished.