Columbus House Inc

Columbus House was established in 1981 to assist homeless people. The organization offers food, shelter, assessments and case management. It designs programs and services to address the most common root causes of homelessness, including substance abuse, neglect, and physical and mental illness. Columbus House also has initiatives for individuals lacking in job skills and education. The organization s progressive care is targeted for clients to achieve independence and employment. It provides showers, clean clothing and laundry facilities. Columbus House maintains temporary, house and transitional residences. The organization is based in New Haven, Conn.