Columbus House

Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing shelter for homeless men and women. Today, they provide not only shelter but also housing assistance and services designed to help people who are homeless move toward independence through innovative programs that meet the changing needs of the homeless population. Their vision is to one day end homelessness in Connecticut by providing people with the tools they need to get and stay housed. Programs include: outreach & engagement; shelter services; rapid re-housing; permanent supportive housing; and population-specific programs for families with children, seniors, Veterans, and those living with HIV/AIDS, as well as people with behavioral health disorders and histories of incarceration.