Drueding Center
at a Glance
Your contributions help families heal from trauma, restore hope, and end the cycle of homelessness. Our programs delivered substantial impact in 2020, thanks to your support.
About Us
Setting Roots
Founded by the Sisters of the Redeemer, we’ve been partnering with families since 1987
Igniting Hope
Drueding Center was the first transitional housing program for women and children experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia
Promoting Recovery
As a Sanctuary Certified site, Drueding Center provides healing and safety in a trauma-informed community
Providing Housing
We embrace a Housing First approach to unconditionally address the core issue of providing shelter and immediately develop a housing plan
Effecting Change
Integrating a trauma-informed and Housing First approach, our Theory of Change guides how we help vulnerable families heal from trauma, restore hope, and end the cycle of homelessness
People
Participated in at least one program at Drueding Center
Of our families are African-American, or identify as multi-racial
Residential Services
Transitional Housing • Case Management • Housing Assistance • Counseling • Life Skills
The average period families spend at Drueding Center before finding a permanent home
Are housed at Drueding Center each year
The age range of parents
Of our children are under age five
Of residents moved into permanent housing