Wesley House Emergency Shelter - Community Action Agency of Delaware County

Shelter details

  • Added Dec 28, 2018 | Last Update Jun 6, 2022
  • 701 Madison St
       Chester, PA 19013
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  • (610) 872-2611

Mission Statement

"The Mission of the Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. and its affiliate corporations and partnerships is to assist residents to move toward economic self-sufficiency and to strengthen the community through innovative approaches to programs including: housing, workforce development, energy conservation, social services and community and economic development. Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. strives to prudently but creatively utilize all available resources and to develop community collaborations to reach our goals."
- Source: Wesley House Emergency Shelter - Community Action Agency of Delaware County website

Description

Wesley House has 17 rooms for homeless families and single women.

Residents receive case management, support services, and life coaching, which aim at residents securing permanent housing and reaching economic self-sufficiency.

Residents participate in financial literacy, nutrition, and life skills classes.

Children receive toys during the holiday season, and respite care is available to the children residing at Wesley House.

Free health screenings are provided to residents through ChesPenn Health Services.

Question & Answers (5)

  1. Is this shelter free?
  2. Do they accept donations at this shelter?
  3. Do they allow Pets at this shelter?
  4. How old do you have to be to stay here?
  5. How long can you stay at this shelter?

Comments (1)

  1. avatar
    Jhicks says

    I am a college dropout looking to find stability to be able to find a stable job.

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