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In Montgomery County, one of the wealthiest counties in the nation, there are 840 people experiencing homelessness, as counted by the 2018 Point in Time annual survey. The survey counted 568 adult individuals and 85 families.
Homeless individuals are assisted through various providers across Montgomery County, including state and local government agencies, nonprofit service providers, and other stakeholders that have a role in preventing and ending homelessness.
Individuals are housed both in emergency and transitional housing in the hopes that permanent housing is eventually obtained.
Shepherd’s Table is pleased to be at the beginning of the Continuum of Care, offering basic human services and providing a strong safety net for people experiencing homelessness. The CoC embraces the Housing First philosophy, and is committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring for all residents. There are initiatives and campaigns to end chronic homelessness, veteran homelessness, and homelessness for families, youth and children. |
Supportive Partners in the Fight Against
Homelessness in Montgomery County and Washington D.C.
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Montgomery County Crisis Center, www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS/programindex/crisisservicesindex.html
The Crisis Center provides service to Montgomery County residents experiencing an emotional, crisis, or mental health problems. A continuum of services to homeless families and adults include emergency shelter, transitional and supportive housing.
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Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless, mcch.net
MCCH is the leading organization dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Montgomery County. MCCH leads a strong coalition and collaborative efforts among the homeless providers in Montgomery County.
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Interfaith Works of Montgomery County, iworksmc.org
Interfaith Works mission is to pursue social justice with an emphasis on identifying and meeting the needs of the poor by leading and engaging Montgomery County’s faith communities in service, education, and advocacy. Community Vision, a program of Interfaith Works, is housed in Progress Place along with Shepherd’s Table, providing for a strong partnership with Shepherd’s Table.
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National Alliance to End Homelessness, endhomelessness.org
The National Alliance to End Homelessness is a leading voice on the issue of homelessness. The Alliance analyzes policy and recommends pragmatic, cost-effective policy solutions. They work collaboratively with the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to build state and local capacity, leading to stronger programs and policies that help homeless individuals and families make positive changes in their lives. They provide data and research to policymakers and elected officials in order to inform policy debates and educate the public and opinion leaders nationwide.
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National Coalition for the Homeless, nationalhomeless.org
National Coalition for the Homeless is an advocacy organization working to end homelessness.
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We are grateful for the individuals, groups, and organizations that join together to make the work of Shepherd’s Table possible. Because of your kindness and giving, our mission is accomplished every day of the year. We thank you for remembering the most vulnerable members of our community by helping us both meet their needs with compassion, and serve them with dignity.
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