The journey from homelessness to having a safe place to call home is fraught with challenges, danger, indignities and trauma. The struggle is real and for the men and women […]
OUR WORK
Offering help and hope to those in need
We are an emergency homeless shelter near downtown Erie, open 365 days a year for food, shelter, and other basic needs.
Shelter
Community of Caring provides emergency shelter to homeless single adults. We offer a safe place where homeless adults can get shelter and a fresh start with compassion and respect.
Hot Meals
Three hot meals a day are served to shelter residents. We will also serve breakfast and lunch seven days a week and dinner on Saturdays to anyone in need in the Erie Community.
Food Pantry
The Community of Caring Food Pantry distributes food three times a week. To receive services, people must meet income guidelines and live within our service area.
Following a mission rooted in love and compassion for all.
Community of Caring believes in:
- Treating everyone with dignity
- Greeting everyone by name
- Reducing risks from street life
- Creating paths to stable housing and well-being
Being remembered on your Birthday is always special, and Catherine’s Club Giving Circle just made it extra special for the women in Mary Rose Sanctuary. Community of Caring was awarded […]
Recognizing a Loyal Friend and Supporter
Community of Caring is pleased to recognize Jane Theuerkauf during Women’s History Month for her loyal support of Community of Caring. Jane was a classmate of Mother Mary Beth Kennedy […]
Women’s History Month, Honoring Our Founder
Community of Caring is proud to recognizes Mother Marybeth Kennedy during Women’s History Month. Mother Kennedy was a woman that truly believed “Love could change the world.” She lived this […]
If you are experiencing a housing emergency,
call 814-SHELTER to get connected to temporary safe housing.
Services are given based on need and without regard to race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
