The Homeless Spa Network (HSN) is an initiative of the Rossetti Foundation whose aim is to offer a hand up in our young adult men homeless population.
Wikipedia says, Homelessness is lacking stable and appropriate housing. People can be categorized as homeless if they are: living on the streets; moving between temporary shelters, including houses of friends, family and emergency accommodation; living in private boarding houses without a private bathroom or security of tenure. The legal definition of homeless varies from country to country, or among different jurisdictions in the same country or region. United States government homeless enumeration studies also include people who sleep in a public or private place not designed for use as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings. People who are homeless are most often unable to acquire and maintain regular, safe, secure and adequate housing due to income that is inconsistent or lacking altogether. Homelessness and poverty are interrelated. There is no methodological consensus on counting the homeless and identifying their needs; therefore in most cities only estimated homeless populations are known.
Statistics
There are over 30,000 students experiencing some form of homelessness in Pennsylvania.
The criterion for eligibility
1. Single men under the age of 40
2. Homeless as defined by the county (couch surfing, living in car etc)
3. Can demonstrate current employment or seeking gainful employment OR enrolled in school
Although the Rossetti Foundation is not a shelter, we do provide supportive service to those single men who are in between jobs and who are also categorized as homeless and are either employed, seeking employment or a current student.
Location
We are located a few blocks from the University of Scranton
What we can do?
Provide you… • A hot shower in a relaxing atmosphere in a calm safe environment (by appointment ONLY). • You can wash your clothes free of charge (robes, towels and washcloths provided) • Toothbrush/tooth paste • Mouth wash • Lotion While you wait…We may have the following in addition to above • WIFI • Coffee • Water • Lunch • Schedule next visit to the spa • Watch TV. Have a beverage
Scheduling
1. You can schedule online or by calling us directly
2. Simple Intake process or complete online
3. Once given the ok. Stop by at your scheduled appointment
Volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering please contact us at volunteering@RossettiArts.org
