REACH Advocacy

REACH Advocacy In 2015, 30 community volunteers founded REACH Advocacy to provide a housing-first, low-barrier emergency winter shelter for adults experiencing chronic homelessness. Our success in operating the shelter and placing guests in permanent housing motivated us to expand our shelter system and create new opportunities for permanent supportive housing in Rochester. Our mission is to break the cycle of chronic homelessness by providing graduated and permanent housing options with equitable access to resources. We advocate for housing as a fundamental human right, promoting dignity, a sense of belonging, and hope for a beloved community. Project Haven, The REACH Shelter Program Project Haven is a comprehensive six-site system that offers a range of housing options tailored to the diverse needs of the community we serve. The program is designed to cater to guests who have experienced chronic homelessness and must often rely on expensive community resources such as emergency rooms, hospitals, shelters, jails and courts, and mental health and substance use treatment centers. We provide private bedrooms at each site, offering guests a quieter and safer environment to focus on their recovery. Our mission is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment that empowers our guests to regain their independence and rebuild their lives. Edgerton Meadows, REACH’s Tiny Home Village Edgerton Meadows will provide housing-first, permanent supportive housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness. It will have twelve ADA-compliant tiny homes, a resident manager, supportive services, and a community garden. Construction begins in late 2024. The project will provide job training and educational opportunities for young people. Students will assist in constructing the Village and gain practical application of construction skills.

We focus on: Human Services

Where we are: Monroe