475 Clinton Ave.
Bridgeport, CT - 06605
(203) 368-4291
Family service agency offers help for those facing HIV-positive status, domestic violence, illiteracy, and hearing impairment. FSW assists those experiencing psychiatric problems, or coping with traumatic loss, parenting struggles, stress or anxiety. FSW also offers youth development and job training programs. FSW s subsidiary, Family Assets LLC, helps residents improve their financial literacy and save for college, a new home or to start a business. Elegibility:At risk of becoming homeless; Resident of Greater Bridgeport; Must have source of income; Must be referred by an agency. HPRP provides funding to assist families and individuals who are at imminent risk of homelessness. Must be "imminently at risk of becoming literally homeless within the next 6-15 days":*Being evicted within 6-15 days from private dwelling (own home, or family/friend s home), OR*Being discharged from an institution in which the person has been a resident for more than 30 consecutive days, OR*Living in housing that has been condemned by housing officials and is no longer considered habitable, OR*Fleeing a domestic violence housing situation. IN ADDITION TO ONE OF THE ABOVE:*No appropriate housing options have been identified, and*The person lacks the financial resources and support networks needed to obtain immediate housing or remain in their existing housing.NOTE: If literally homeless or imminently homelessness (within 5 days), refer to homeless shelter. Hours of operation:M,Th,F: 8am-5pm; T-W: 8am-9pm Must have an agency referral; People needing assistance do not contact FSW directly
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