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Fact Sheet Name Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida  Overview Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida has grown from a church outreach program to the largest provider of homeless services in the Orlando region, serving nearly 600 men, women and children on an average night. The Coalition not only provides food and shelter, but is committed to returning homeless individuals and families to self-sufficiency through case management, job training and educational opportunities. While parents are working to reestablish productive lives, the Coalition offers daycare for their children, as well as a variety of children’s programs. The non-profit agency depends on individuals, corporations, foundations and faith-based institutions for over 70% of its resources.
Location Both Coalition Campuses are located in downtown Orlando, close to Interstate-4, just 20 minutes from the Orlando International Airport. Coalition Address Main Campus 639 W. Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: 407.426.1256 Fax: 407.426.1269 Women's Residential & Counseling Center (WRCC) 107 E. Hillcrest St. Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: 407.425.2502 Fax: 407.425.1911 Founding Date 1987 Coalition Services & Programs The Coalition for the Homeless is more than a shelter; it is a comprehensive program designed to empower homeless men, women and children to become self-sufficient. The Coalition provides food and shelter as well as programs and services including education, job skills training, case management, licensed day care, child development programs and housing placement. Nearly 600 people call the Coalition home on a given night. Main Campus The Main Campus houses the Center for Women and Families, the Men’s Pavilion and nine on-site transitional apartments. On a given day, up to 240 individuals, including families, single women and single parents live at the Center for Women and Families. Qualified case managers design self-sufficiency plans for residents at the Center for Women and Families. Social and emotional stability are the main goals – along with practical goals such as a savings account and financial stability. The Men’s Pavilion is a traditional drop-in shelter that can house up to 375 men. It is the only emergency drop-in shelter for men in Central Florida. All clients are given access to the programs they need to reach independence. Programs and services offered at the main campus include:
Women’s Residential and Counseling Center (WRCC)
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