About Us

History

Family Life Support Center, Inc. (FLSC) is a private, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established in 1989.  FLSC is the only comprehensive homelessness provider in Berkshire County in that we provide homeless prevention services in addition to operating a transitional homeless shelter and leased housing units.  In fact, we are the only general population homeless shelter in Norther Berkshire County serving both individuals and families with varying needs.

 

Vision, Mission, Purpose, and Values

Organizational Vision

Our vision is to become a leader in creating a homeless-free community in Northern Berkshire County over the next 20 years.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to reduce homelessness and its causes in Northern Berkshire County.

Core Purpose: 

 Providing Transitional and Permanent Housing Solutions for the Homeless Core Values:                   

Core Values:                

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    •   Compassion:  FLSC strives to show care and kindness for those who are in need. 

    • Respect:  FLSC prides itself on treating others as we like to be treated and that means always respecting people regardless of the circumstances or personal history. 

    • Innovativeness:  FLSC seeks to find unique approaches in addressing homelessness in our community. 

    • Empowerment:  FLSC aims to empower our clients by providing them with the skills, habits of mind, and tools to succeed on their own. 

    • Collaboration:  FLSC will always be open to working with a variety of partners in lessening the impact of homelessness in our community. 

    • Financial Sustainability:  FLSC has set out to rebuild an organization that provides services to our clients based on the financial resources that are available to us at a given time.

Programs

  • Crisis Response Program (CRP)

    • Emergency Counseling Services

    • Referral Services

    • Assessment/Intake Services

  • Social Security Representative-Payee Program (RPP)

    • Financial Management Services

  • Transitional Housing Program (THP)

    • Transitory Housing

    • Case Management Services

    • Career/Education Counseling

    • Budget/Financial Counseling

    • Life- Skills Training

  • Permanent Supportive Housing Program (PHP)

    •  Subsidized Permanent Housing

    • Case Management Services

  • One Family Scholars Program (OFSP)

    •  Referral ServicesTransitory Housing 

    • Case Management Services

    • Career/Education Counseling