The Homeless Service Coalition has existed since 1991 to ensure there is an integrated, community based system of care that prevents homelessness whenever possible, rapidly rehouses people when homelessness cannot be prevented and provides wrap-around solutions that promote housing stability and self-sufficiency.
OUR HISTORY: The Homeless Services Coalition (HSC) is one of the longest standing coalitions in the County and has been coordinating homeless services since 1991. Over 100 members from both public and private organizations invest their time and efforts toward achieving an integrated community-based system of care which prevents homelessness, provides necessary supports and opportunities to end homelessness.
OUR MISSION: The Homeless Services Coalition (HSC) exists to assist homeless people in Delaware County to become self-sufficient and to secure safe, affordable housing. The HSC promotes, coordinates and supports the development of homeless programs that provide comprehensive services including Outreach, Shelter, Supportive Services and Housing to homeless populations. Members of the HSC are committed to the development of close collaboration and cooperation among service providers, homeless persons, funding sources, religious groups, businesses, government and interested members of the community.
OUR GOVERNING BOARD (GB): Our GB is the arm of the HSC that has been established to oversee and approve all aspects of the operation of the Delaware County Continuum of Care (CoC) as specified under the HEARTH Act, 24 CFR 578. Further the GB acts on behalf of the CoC using the process established as a requirement by C.F.R. 578.7(a)(3) and in compliance with the conflict-of-interest requirements at 578.95(b). The GB is responsible for the approval and implementation of all CoC policies and procedures that includes but is not limited to, voting on funding priorities, GB business, bylaw updates and HEARTH ACT funding strategies or other matters that pertain to HUD CoC Funding and programming.
Community Action Agency of Delaware County has recently announced a new program called "Beat The Heat," as part of their Weatherization Works program. If you are a Delaware County resident, homeowner or renter, and qualify for LIHEAP assistance, you are eligible for a free air conditioning unit. Please contact Community Action Agency at (610) 521-8770 for more information or visit their website at CAADC.org
EPISCOPAL LEGAL AID is offering FREE legal advice to individuals who cannot afford private counsel. We are happy to discuss any non-criminal issue including: evictions, benefit questions, pending court cases, will, medical directives.
A representative of Episcopal Legal Aid will offer it for free, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, every Wednesday (please call to confirm), at Chester Eastside, 301 East 9th St., Chester, PA 19013, to individuals who cannot afford private counsel. For more information, call (610) 872-4812.
Providing assistance and information regarding public health-related topics:
Call (484) 276-2100 | E-mail: DelcoWellness@co.delware.pa.us | on the web at: https://delcopa.gov/covid/wellnessline.html:
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. Orders usually ship in 7 to 12 days. To place an order, all that is needed is your name and residential address. No ID, credit card, or health information is required. To promote broad accessibility, the initial program will only allow 4 free individual tests per residential address. CLICK HERE to order online
Applications are now being accepted for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a temporary emergency program to help low-income families pay overdue water bills. LIHWAP is a grant. You do not have to repay it. LIHWAP crisis grants may be available if you have an emergency situation and are in jeopardy of losing your water service. You can receive one crisis grant for your drinking water service and one crisis grant for your wastewater service, up to $2,500 each. Crisis situations include:
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more. For further details and instructions on how to enroll, click here
The DELCO Emergency Rental Assistance (DELCO ERA) grant program helps renters who suffered disruption and loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic with assistance with rent and utilities.
As a tenant, you are renting someone else’s property. What are your rights and responsibilities if you fall behind in your rent and are faced with eviction? Learn more about eviction and what you can do from the Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania
Delaware County Food and Meal Assistance interactive map gives locations and information for food assistance. Map published by the Delaware County Planning Dept. MOBILE food delivery is also available, for a referral form click here
The Homeless Services Coalition (HSC) of Delaware County provides these job postings as a service to the community. A listing does not imply an endorsement by the HSC. Contact the employer for more information.
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PennDOT is hiring for Summer Maintenance positions. Various jobs and locations with competitive pay are available statewide. For more information click here.
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Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is looking for dedicated, energetic professionals with a passion to empower children, adolescents and adults. Requirements: minimum 21 years of age, valid driver’s license, HS Diploma/GED. Prior experience highly desired. Contact Amanda DiAndrea , Recruitment Specialist Tel: (610) 699-1238 adiandre@devereux.org or Danetta Muchison, Recruitment Specialist Tel: (610) 251-2045 dmuchiso@devereux.org
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EDSI Delaware County is dedicated to serving individuals with a criminal record and/or substance use disorder, with a variety of no cost services including employment opportunities, on the job training and industry specific Career Acceleration Programs. Contact Norman Brown, Jr., Community Outreach & Engagement Specialist, EDSI, 160 E. 7th Street, 1st Fl., Chester, PA 19013, (610) 876-4855 x1617, e-mail nbrown@edsisolutions.com
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UPS is HIRING PACKAGE HANDLERS, starting pay $17 up to $24 an hour depending on location. Contact Delaware County PA CareerLink, 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester, PA 19013, phone 610.447.3350. Also see jobs at UPSJob.com
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PA Delaware County Career Link One of the best places to start job exploration.
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PECO is hiring, Customer Service Consultants, Energy Technicians and more. Visit PECO here. Once on page scroll down page to see current position available.
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BAYADA HOME HEALTH CARE. Contact CareerLink @ Chester Office, 701 Crosby St., Suite B, Chester, PA 19013 For more info call Kamilla Lackey - Recruiting Manager @ 610-891-9400 or e-mail: klackey@bayada.com
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Baldor Specialty Foods is hiring at their new facility at their new facility: 7071 Milnor Street, Philadelphia, PA 19135 Positions being interviewed for include: Warehouse Helpers, Transportation Manager, Facilities Manager, Day Warehouse Manager, Drivers, Customer Care Agents. Visit their career page for position descriptions and job application. When visiting this page, use the location pulldown selection tab and pick PHILADELPHIA.
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Amazon Fresh Warehouse Team Member - Flexible hours, a reliable pay rate, and no surprises! Full-time and Part-time roles with set schedules may also be available. Shifts: overnight, early morning, day, evening, weekend. Location: Philadelphia, PA, Logan Township, PA Hourly pay rate: $17.75 For more info click here
The Crozer-Keystone Recovery Center is hosting a series of free community education and demonstration seminars about NARCAN, a medication used to rapidly reverse the effects of an overdose. The virtual Narcan Education sessions via communication platform, Zoom. The presenter will be Stephanie Witsch .
Upcoming Dates to be Announced
RSVP: If interested in attending please RSVP to Monica Perry at monica.perry@crozer.org or call 610-619-8645 to register. Zoom meeting link will be sent upon registration. After completion of the virtual training trainers will schedule a time to pick up the Narcan kit at Community Campus. Canned good donations will be collected when onsite Narcan Kits are picked up.
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