Families Forward Philadelphia
Housing & Shelter in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Our emergency shelter for homeless families has 75 separate, private rooms for each family. It offers a warm, safe environment, nutritious food, and high quality childcare. All families are referred to our shelter through the City of Philadelphia's Office of Supportive Housing.
Phone: (215) 240-4800
Address: 111 North 49th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19139
Website: https://familiesforwardphilly.org/
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Frequently asked questions about Families Forward Philadelphia
How do I contact Families Forward Philadelphia?
You can call Families Forward Philadelphia at (215) 240-4800 or visit 111 North 49th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their website is https://familiesforwardphilly.org/.
What services does Families Forward Philadelphia offer?
Our emergency shelter for homeless families has 75 separate, private rooms for each family. It offers a warm, safe environment, nutritious food, and high quality childcare. All families are referred to our shelter through the City of Philadelphia's Office of Supportive Housing.
Are services at Families Forward Philadelphia free or low-cost?
Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Families Forward Philadelphia at (215) 240-4800 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does Families Forward Philadelphia offer services in other languages?
Call Families Forward Philadelphia at (215) 240-4800 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.