Shelter details
- Added Nov 18, 2016 | Last Update Jun 9, 2023
- 1010 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02118
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- (617) 534-5395
Mission Statement
"To protect, preserve, and promote the health and well-being of Boston residents."
- Source: City of Boston Emergency Shelter Commission website
FAQs
What is their mission?
To coordinate the City's efforts to prevent and end homelessness and hunger through proactive planning, policy analysis, program development and advocacy with our city, state, federal and community partner agencies.
Description
The Emergency Shelter Commission's mission is to coordinate the City's efforts to prevent and end homelessness and hunger through proactive planning, policy analysis, program development and advocacy with our city, state, federal and community partner agencies.The Commission's goal is to eradicate hunger and homelessness by seeking systemic solutions to these challenging socio-economic problems.
The ESC coordinates a safety net of services and provides information and referral to homeless and hungry citizens in need.
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