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The Harwich Ecumenical Council for Housing (HECH) was established in 1990 by a dedicated group of residents and clergy to address homelessness in Harwich and neighboring Cape Cod communities. Over the years, HECH has evolved into a professionally managed organization focused on developing affordable housing solutions and supporting low- to moderate-income families. In addition to managing a portfolio of rental units, HECH administers various programs, including rental assistance and emergency home repairs, while also operating The Children's Center, which provides affordable early education for working families. With a commitment to community support and sustainability, HECH plays a vital role in stabilizing families and enhancing the quality of life in the region. Generated from the website

about Our History: Paul and Carolyn Hebert founded the Housing For All Corporation in 1988 to better aid their fellow Cape Codders who had nowhere to sleep on cold winter nights but the streets of Hyannis. "How can we enjoy our cozy bed while someone is huddled in a doorway?" asked Carolyn. While working full time as a chef to support his wife and three daughters, Paul, with Carolyn's help, envisioned and manifested the NOAH Shelter, the Miracle Kitchen, Gleaners Second Harvest and the Day Star Place. These wondrous deeds caught the attention of Alice O'Neill, who implored Paul to do more good works, and generously offered her resources to bolster the efforts. The Heberts took the next step in faith and opened CHAMP House in 1991, which was to be home to those who had come to be without. Our Present: Over the years, CHAMP House has evolved to become CHAMP Homes and provides affordable, supportive family-style living to a co-ed inter-generational fifty member family at our School Street Campus. The Bayside Cottage is home to the "Bridge to Hope" program, offering mentoring to women in Barnstable Correctional facilities and four beds are available on Campus for those reintegrating back into the community. The Jamie Ready CHAMP House is home to individuals who have suffered from head injuries and additional support is provided through a partnership with Community Support Associates.

Housing Assistance Corporation is a nonprofit agency based in Hyannis, MA, dedicated to providing housing solutions throughout the Cape and Islands region for over 50 years. Their mission is to empower individuals, foster community connections, and increase affordable housing opportunities to build thriving year-round communities. As the only HUD-approved housing counseling agency serving the area, Housing Assistance offers a range of services including one-on-one housing counseling, energy efficiency programs, and support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The organization has successfully served over 206,500 people, built 585 affordable housing units, and sheltered 20,000 individuals, demonstrating its significant impact on the local community. Generated from the website