Our Values
We believe almost no one freely chooses homelessness, and that given real options and opportunities, nearly everyone will choose the safety, security and sanctuary of a home.
We are committed to creating innovative solutions that restore hope,establish trust and change lives.
We offer services grounded in respect and compassion that encourage every individual to succeed on his or her own terms while reintegrating into the community.
We believe that securing safe, affordable housing is the crucial first step for individuals confronting issues such as poverty, addiction, mental illness and life-threatening conditions.
We work to affect positive change within our community through opportunity, vision and compassion – helping move toward a reality where poverty and homelessness do not exist.
Our Mission
Dignity, Compassion, Respect… Because Liberty Community Services believes housing is a fundamental human right, we are committed to creating opportunity, solutions and change, grounded in respect and self-determination, for individuals and for our community. Liberty Community Services ensures quality housing and support programs for those in need.
History and Programs
Formed in 1987 in response to housing insecurity faced by people living with HIV/AIDS, we quickly expanded our scope of services to welcome individuals confronting poverty, homelessness, mental illness, addiction, HIV/AIDS and other serious conditions. Liberty offers a variety of programs that are designed to meet each individual’s need. We help our participant’s navigate systems of care, offering support and guidance throughout their journey.
Our programs and services range from outreach, case management, housing access services and rental assistance to a variety of transitional and permanent housing programs that not only provide a home to those who need one, but offer supportive services.
In 2005, we opened Liberty Safe Haven, a 33-bed permanent housing facility located in New Haven’s Ninth Square District. The facility is designed to serve the hardest-to-reach homeless (or chronic homeless) by offering permanent housing, intensive supportive housing case management and other support services.
