Rock Hill, South Carolina is addressing homelessness in 2025 through a mix of innovative partnerships, supportive housing efforts, legal initiatives, and community programs aimed at stabilizing and reintegrating unhoused individuals.
Key Programs and Initiatives
Rock Hill Homeless CourtEstablished in 2023, this court helps expunge misdemeanor records of eligible homeless individuals to improve their housing and employment prospects. It meets monthly at the Pathways community center, facilitating access to justice and reducing barriers to reintegration. The court collaborates with social workers, service providers, and the legal system, serving as a model inspired by similar programs across South Carolina.
Supportive Housing DevelopmentThe city has invested in permanently affordable rental units specifically for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. Rock Hill purchased properties for this purpose, offering housing solutions for those at or below 120% of area median income. This housing is a critical step in addressing the high cost of living and providing opportunities for stable living.
Pathways Community CenterActs as a one-stop resource hub connecting homeless individuals to health, human services, shelter, job readiness, and rent or utility assistance. It emphasizes comprehensive care and service coordination, providing thousands with shelters, meals, documentation help, and employment support annually…