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Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation

211 Wethersfield Avenue
Hartford, CT - 06114
(860) 808-2040

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Hours

  • Monday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Saturday closed
  • Sunday closed

Last-Modified: 2023-07-17 03:42:49

Mercy Housing and Shelter Corportion is a Transitional Housing/Shelter for AIDS/HIV 'Ryan White Part A: Transitional Housing'Short term emergency housing for single adults without children who are HIV+. Program provides stable housing while services are accessed and permanent housing is sought. Maximum stay of two years.   SITE HOURS:   Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM     ELIGIBILITY:  Ages 18+; Must be HIV+ have income at or below 300% FPL     AGENCY DESCRIPTION:   Service agency for people who are homeless provides soup kitchen, day shelter and services to homeless families and individuals, and transitional housing for single adults for up to two years. Services to people with AIDS include case management and substance abuse counseling, an AIDS residence and subsidized scattered site apartments. Mercy Housing also manages supportive housing programs for individuals who have mental illness and for families with substance abuse and other issues who are living in their own apartments.  


Mission Statement: Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation provides housing assistance and supportive services to persons who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Mercy works to empower its clients to become independent, so they may live and work with dignity and respect. Mercy seeks to end homelessness by advocating for changes in the social systems that perpetuate homelessness. Mercy welcomes and serves all in need in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, who founded the organization in 1983.
Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation

Important Top Tips Before Applying

If you Interested in applying to Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation, we recommend that you call them and find out some answers to some or all of the below questions:

  • What type of housing do you offer? Is it shared or private housing? Is it furnished or unfurnished?
  • What are the length of stay requirements? How long can I stay in the program?
  • What kind of support services do you offer? Do you offer job training, case management, or other support services to help me achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
  • What are the rules and policies? Are there any rules or policies that I need to be aware of, such as curfews, visitor restrictions, or substance abuse policies?
  • What is the cost of the program? Is there a monthly fee? Are there any other costs associated with the program?
  • Is the program accredited or licensed? This will help ensure that the program meets certain standards of quality.


In addition to these general questions, you may also want to ask more specific questions about the program, such as:
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio? This will give you an idea of how much support you can expect from staff.
  • What is the success rate of the program? How many residents have gone on to achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
  • What are the cultural competency practices of the program? Is the program staffed by people who are culturally competent and able to meet the needs of a diverse range of residents?
  • How does the program ensure the safety and security of residents? What safety measures are in place?
  • What is the process for resolving disputes? Is there a clear and fair process for resolving disputes between residents and staff?

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Comments

2021-03-06 18:03:00

would like to apply for aids transitional housing program

2021-04-26 07:41:26

I live with a family member but they want me out so I'm going to be home as real soon I need assistance I have HIV and I'm also a cancer patient

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