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Berks Coalition to End Homelessness, Inc.

The Coalition is a public and private partnership that prevents, reduces, and ends homelessness through comprehensive coordination of programs.

Berks Coalition to End Homelessness began in 1995 as a group of caring and dedicated social services professionals in Berks County who saw the need for action to help those who were homeless and near homeless in our community. In 2000, the Department of Housing and Urban Development required each County to designate an agency to act as the lead agency for applying for funds and delivering services to the homeless. The Berks Coalition to End Homelessness became that agency. In 2008, a group of County officials and other professionals agreed that a voluntary, part time approach was not going to accomplish the goals the organization set for itself, so they decided to incorporate and form a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated full time to helping alleviate homelessness in Berks. Thus was born the Berks Coalition to End Homelessness, Inc. Currently, the Coalition has an Executive Director and Case Manager on staff as well as a part time Housing Locator. The Coalition is run by a 23-member Board of Directors, and there are over 50 agencies, officials, businesses, and individuals involved.

02/11/2026

Tomorrow is Election Day!

Voting is an important opportunity to make your voice heard and have a say in the decisions that impact our communities.

At BCEH, we believe every voice matters, and we encourage everyone who is eligible to take part in the democratic process.

Whether you're voting for the first time or have been voting for years, make a plan to get to the polls tomorrow!

Need to find your polling location? Visit https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/Pages/PollingPlaceInfo.aspx

Your voice matters. Your vote matters.
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¡Mañana es el Día de las Elecciones!

Votar es una oportunidad importante para hacer escuchar tu voz y participar en las decisiones que afectan a nuestras comunidades.

En BCEH, creemos que todas las voces importan y animamos a todas las personas que pueden votar a participar en el proceso democrático.

Ya sea que votes por primera vez o que lleves años votando, ¡haz un plan para ir a votar mañana!

¿Necesitas saber dónde te toca votar? Visita: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/Pages/PollingPlaceInfo.aspx

Tu voz importa. Tu voto importa.

27/10/2026

Why We Walk.

For many young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability, the challenges go far beyond not having a place to call home. It can mean struggling to get to school, not knowing where they'll sleep that night, or trying to keep up with everyday responsibilities while worrying about where they'll go next.
Youth homelessness doesn't always look the way people expect. Some young people may be staying with friends, moving between family members homes, or living in unstable situations that often go unnoticed.

That's why we walk.

We walk to raise awareness, bring attention to these challenges, and remind young people experiencing housing instability that their community sees them and supports them.
Join us on Saturday, November 14th, from 10 AM–12 PM at the Reading Public Museum for our 2nd Annual Youth Solidarity Walk.
The event is FREE, and families are welcome!

Register here: https://forms.gle/fzg4ocfUVU2tzbi77

23/10/2026

A huge thank you to Martin Family Orthodontics in West Reading for incorporating giving back into their recent event with fellow offices by collecting donations of essential items for individuals experiencing homelessness. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to offices that participated and generously donated items to support our clients and the individuals we serve. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated and make a meaningful difference in our community!

09/10/2026

BCEH will be closed on Monday, October 12th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th, with our regular business hours!
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BCEH estará cerrado el lunes 12 de octubre en conmemoración del Día de los Pueblos Indígenas.

Volveremos a abrir el martes 13 de octubre en nuestro horario habitual.

06/10/2026

This past Saturday, BCEH Street Outreach Manager Mike Noll and Executive Director Elise McCauley joined Schuylkill River Greenways to help clean up some of our local trails.

Our Street Outreach team spends a lot of time out in the community, so we’re always happy to lend a hand in keeping the spaces our neighbors use a little cleaner and safer.

A big thank you to Schuylkill River Greenways for organizing the cleanup and to everyone who came out and pitched in!
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El sábado pasado, Mike Noll, gerente de Alcance Comunitario de BCEH, y Elise McCauley, directora ejecutiva de BCEH, se unieron a Schuylkill River Greenways para ayudar a limpiar algunos de los senderos de nuestra comunidad.

Nuestro equipo de Alcance Comunitario pasa mucho tiempo trabajando en la comunidad. Siempre estamos contentos de ayudar a mantener limpios y seguros los lugares que usan nuestros vecinos.

¡Muchas gracias a Schuylkill River Greenways por organizar la limpieza y a todas las personas que vinieron a ayudar!

01/10/2026

Heads up for anyone receiving Medicaid!

Changes to Medicaid work requirements are coming in 2027, and we know figuring out what applies to you can be confusing.
Pennsylvania Health Access Network (PHAN) put together this helpful graphic that breaks down who may be impacted, who may qualify for an exemption, and when action may be needed.

If you receive Medicaid, take a few minutes to look it over and please share it with someone who may need this information.
Questions? PHAN’s Helpline is listed at the bottom of the graphic: 877-570-3642.
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¡Atención a todas las personas que reciben Medicaid!

En 2027 entrarán en vigor cambios en los requisitos de trabajo de Medicaid, y sabemos que puede ser confuso determinar cuáles de estos cambios se aplican a usted.
Pennsylvania Health Access Network (PHAN) creó este útil gráfico que explica quiénes podrían verse afectados, quiénes podrían calificar para una exención y cuándo podría ser necesario tomar alguna medida.

Si recibe Medicaid, tómese unos minutos para revisar esta información y compártala con alguien que pueda necesitarla.
¿Tiene preguntas? La línea de ayuda de PHAN aparece en la parte inferior del gráfico: 877-570-3642.

24/09/2026

BCEH will be closed all day tomorrow, Friday, September 25th, for staff training.

If you need assistance while our office is closed, please contact PA 211 by dialing 2-1-1 for information and resources in our community.

We’ll be back to our regular hours on Monday, September 28th. Thank you for understanding!

21/09/2026

Big changes are ahead at BCEH as we celebrate one chapter and get ready to begin another!

After more than 10 years of dedicated service to BCEH and our community, our Executive Director, Jack Williams, will be retiring effective October 1.

Over the years, Jack has helped BCEH grow, navigate change, and continue moving our mission forward, all while remaining deeply committed to addressing homelessness in Berks County. We are incredibly grateful for the years of leadership, dedication, and heart he has given to BCEH, and we wish him nothing but the best in this very well-deserved retirement!

As we celebrate Jack, we're also excited to officially welcome a familiar face into a new role! Our current Assistant Executive Director, Elise McCauley, has been unanimously selected by BCEH's Board of Directors to serve as our next Executive Director beginning October 1.

Elise has been part of BCEH for more than six years and brings with her a deep knowledge of our organization, strong relationships throughout the community, and, most importantly, a true passion for our mission and the people we serve.

Please join us in thanking Jack for more than a decade of service, congratulating Elise, and celebrating this next chapter for BCEH!

Read the official announcement from BCEH's Board of Directors here:
https://bceh.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Announcement-of-Our-New-Executive-Director-Elise-McCauley.pdf

11/09/2026

Yesterday, BCEH brought together professionals from agencies across our community for Motivational Interviewing Training, presented by the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania!

Motivational Interviewing helps people explore their own goals, strengths, and motivations for positive change. It focuses on listening, building trust, and meeting people where they are which are important tools for building relationships and supporting people on their path toward stability.

Thank you to the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania for sharing your knowledge and to everyone who joined us to learn, connect, and strengthen the work we’re doing together.

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¡Ayer, BCEH reunió a profesionales de diferentes agencias de nuestra comunidad para una capacitación sobre Entrevista Motivacional, presentada por Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania!

La Entrevista Motivacional ayuda a las personas a explorar sus propias metas, fortalezas y motivaciones para lograr cambios positivos. Se enfoca en escuchar, generar confianza y conocer a las personas donde se encuentran — herramientas importantes para crear relaciones y apoyar a las personas en su camino hacia la estabilidad.

¡Gracias a Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania por compartir sus conocimientos y a todos los que participaron para aprender, conectar y fortalecer juntos el trabajo que hacemos en nuestra comunidad!

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+16103727222

Website

http://www.bceh.org/

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