Opportunity House has launched a new initiative aimed at addressing family homelessness in Berks County. The program, called STEP–Supporting Transitions through Empowerment and Progression, combines transitional housing with rapid rehousing to help parents and children move from homelessness to permanent, stable housing.
Funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), STEP is designed to provide short-term housing and intensive support services for families experiencing homelessness. The program has 18 beds, serving parents with at least one child. Participants can stay for up to 24 months, though most are expected to transition to permanent housing much sooner.
“STEP provides more than just shelter,” said Alyssa Bushkie, CEO of Opportunity House. “It offers families the time, space, and support they need to rebuild their lives and work toward lasting housing stability.”…