Community CARES

Community CARES is a non-profit organization based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2004, the organization has grown to employ 17 individuals and generates revenue exceeding $10,000 annually. Community CARES offers a comprehensive range of services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Cumberland and surrounding counties. These services include emergency shelter, providing overnight accommodation to over 400 individuals and families daily. The organization also operates a resource center where residents can access essential facilities such as showers, laundry, and a communal kitchen. Additionally, Community CARES serves as a walk-in site for Cumberland County's Coordinated Entry System, which connects individuals with housing resources. One of the key differentiators of Community CARES is its Cumberland Street Reach program, a dedicated outreach initiative focused on engaging, assessing, and assisting individuals experiencing homelessness on the streets, in encampments, and other unsuitable living environments. To learn more about Community CARES and its programs, you can visit their website at morethanshelter.org.