Supportive Housing
At YWCA of Binghamton, our mission to eliminate racism and empower women is at the heart of every housing program we offer — centered around equitable practices that dismantle the systemic barriers disproportionately impacting women and women of color.
We invite you to join us in creating better pathways to stability, advancement, and opportunity for everyone in our community.
Our Mission
We are more than an organization — we are a beacon of hope for women and girls in Broome County, providing the resources, support, and community needed to build healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives.
Empowering Women. Building Stability. Creating Futures.
Each year, YWCA Binghamton serves over 500 women and families in housing, empowering women to reclaim their futures by providing them the community resources and supportive services that lead to sustainable living.
Housing That Changes Lives
Permanent & Transitional
YW City Apartments
YWCA provides 48 units of permanent supportive housing to homeless women and families and individuals with disabilities with both HUD, county and state funding streams to assure all residents receive wraparound supportive services.
Emergency Housing
Southside Manor Emergency Shelter
Southside Manor has 63 beds in its emergency shelter for homeless adult women 365 days of year. Homeless adult women have access to all basic necessities along with the support necessary to gain stability and to move forward on the path to success.
Emergency Housing
Hawley Street Shelter
YWCA provides 12 emergency shelter beds for homeless adult women with chronic health and/or mobility issues, offering specialized support in a safe, accessible setting.
Permanent & Transitional
Journey Program
YWCA provides 40 apartments of transitional and permanent rapid rehousing to women and families who have experienced domestic violence. Services include case management, financial rental assistance, education, job training, childcare and referral to recovery services.
Specialized
The Bridge Initiative
The Bridge is an innovative housing program serving mothers in recovery who have given birth to babies affected by opioids or other substances. The Bridge provides support for up to two years focused on mother and baby well-being, including recovery services, case management and family stabilization.
Permanent & Transitional
Endicott Square
Partnered with Housing Visions, Inc. this property is a renovated historic school building housing 70 affordable apartments for low-income women and families in need. We partner with these individuals and families here to provide case management, rental assistance, education and job training, childcare and linkage to mental health/substance use treatment.
Permanent & Transitional
Homesteads on Grand
Our Homesteads program offers affordable housing with YWCA supportive services for families whose head of household has a serious mental illness (SMI) diagnosis. Through intensive case management and wraparound support, this program provides a stable, nurturing environment where families can heal, grow, and work toward lasting independence.
Permanent & Transitional
Hooper Road Apartments
This location offers affordable housing with YWCA supportive services for residents age 62 and older. Designed for individuals facing two or more challenges with daily living activities, this program provides the hands-on support and stability that older adults need to live safely and with dignity — all while remaining connected to their community.
Specialized
Intensive Independent Living Program (IILP)
17 units (7 families and 10 singles) of HUD funded permanent supportive housing to homeless families and individuals with disabilities, which helps residents to build the skills and confidence required to live independently in the community.
Specialized
DSS Rental Supplement Program
The DSS Rental Supplement Program can provide limited case management, along with a short-term rental supplement to families and homeless individuals that reside in hotels and similar transitional situations.
Specialized
Street Outreach Program
YWCA Binghamton’s Street Outreach team identifies and engages unsheltered people to provide immediate support, intervention and referral to housing and mainstream resources. The team serves 6 counties-meeting with individuals where they are on streets, in shelters and in places not meant for human habitation-connecting them to emergency shelter, rapid rehousing and permanent housing programs.
Specialized
Rapid Rehousing Program
Through a grant from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), the Rapid Rehousing program can support 25 households at a time experiencing homelessness in Broome County by providing support services and rental assistance. YWCA case managers can assist households to find safe, affordable permanent housing of their choice while providing 12-18 months of rental assistance, utility assistance, transportation and household items.
Coming Soon
Coppens Intergenerational Campus
In Fall 2026, YWCA Binghamton breaks ground on the Coppens Intergenerational Campus — a transformative 63,000 square foot development bringing 68 units of affordable housing to the Southern Tier. More than half is reserved for survivors of domestic violence and their families.
Learn MoreWhat Our Community Is Saying
We're thankful for the trust our community places in us, and we carry that responsibility with gratitude every day.
She has blossomed both academically & socially with the guidance of the Young Wonders staff. We shall always be grateful for Young Wonders and the YWCA.
Wonderful place making a positive impact for the community. Dedicated, passionate and caring staff that go above and beyond every single day.
The YWCA creates a welcoming and supportive environment where members of the community feel encouraged, respected and valued.
134+
Years Serving Broome Count
5,000
Women and Children Served Annually
66
Emergency Shelter Beds at Southside Manor
1892
Year Our Story Began
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