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Depaul House opened in April 2009, offering 25 homeless men aged 18 upwards the opportunity to progress towards independent living. The City of Philadelphia has a 10-year strategy for tackling homelessness and Depaul House provides the move-on/resettlement link in that plan, taking referrals from other agencies in Philadelphia which already provide either emergency or short term accommodation for homeless people.

Depaul House residential program:

Provides accommodation and support for 25 homeless men aged 18 and over for up to one year, who are ready to move on from emergency shelters into more settled accommodation and who have the motivation to seek employment.
Provides a homely environment with high standards of accommodation for the clients giving them respect and dignity.
Provides a high level of support and care through the development of professional and caring relationships with the clients.
Addresses health and emotional needs of clients through consultation and links with local health bodies.
Provides advice and support on areas such as budgeting, creative activity, and activities that promote self-esteem.
Supports clients into the job market and encourages their progression through the job market, towards independent living.

Depaul House has already seen a number of successes for its residents, several have been able to move forward independently, or in some cases resume life with their family in relationships which had previously broken down.

Depaul House community program:

There is a lively community program working with residents and the local community, which offers training and support in diverse areas such as fatherhood, yoga, financial management/budgeting. The building also offers meeting room space for local groups such as Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous on a regular basis.