Office of Emergency Shelter and Services

Office of Emergency Shelter and Services - The City of Philadelphia provides emergency and temporary housing to persons experiencing homelessness. Homeless Services administers contracts with various human service organizations to provide short-term emergency housing accommodations, based on an assessment of need, to resolve an immediate housing crisis for persons and families. Case management assistance is also provided to assist households with obtaining appropriate long-term housing. Emergency housing services include:   Temporary shelter    Ongoing case management services    Assistance with obtaining transitional and/or permanent housing    Supportive housing for special populations    An optional savings program which allows households to save a part of their income for future housing expenses. Philadelphia Homeless Outreach Hotline 215-232-1984