OUR VISION: All people in Otsego County will be
in safe, affordable permanent housing

      OTSEGO HOUSING & HOMELESS COALITION
                (A Standing Committee of the Otsego Human Services Network)

 

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              THE FRIENDSHIP SHELTER

                     The mission of The Friendship Shelter is to: Provide the
                  transitional step to a healthy independence for those in need.

                     
        Shelter offices & meeting rooms.                                 A partial view of the Shelter residences.
                                                                                                   Note the children's play area.

The Friendship Shelter is located at 7163 S Old 27, across from the Otsego Lake State Park.
The Shelter opened its doors in 1992, but has only been at its present location since 1997.
 

lOtsego County’s homeless shelter has 8 rooms available, which can hold up to 32 individuals.
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lRoll-a-way beds assist with overflow, permitting up to 36 residents. The shelter has four family units.

      A few of the Services The Friendship Shelter Provides:

  • üDaily classes that teach life skills
  • An assigned case manager to work with each resident and provide aftercare
    services if appropriate
  • Assistance with dealing with other agencies, and with applying and  filling out forms
  • Training for parents in “How to Talk So Kids Listen.”        

                      For more information about the Shelter call 989 732-5960.

 
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