Continuum of care program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded the City of Fall River a $113,011 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) grant on December 1, 2023 to fund a range of housing and supportive services aimed at addressing homelessness in the city. The funding supports the Francis House Program, a permanent supportive housing initiative operated by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts, Inc. The program provides scattered-site permanent housing and wraparound services for up to 8 chronically homeless youth aged 18-24 with disabilities. Key services include rental assistance, case management, and connection to mainstream resources to help participants achieve greater self-sufficiency and independent living. The City of Fall River and Catholic Charities utilize a Housing First approach to quickly rehouse individuals while addressing underlying barriers to housing stability.