Homelessness among students is on the rise. During the 2017-2018 school year, 1.5 million U.S. public school students experienced homelessness, according to the National Center for Homeless Education. This staggering number is a harsh reality [...]
IHNSC Board of Directors invite responsible, involved youth, ages 16 to 21, to apply to join the Youth Board. Composed of three to five members, the Youth Board will assist staff and board members to [...]
The true success for our families comes after they have transitioned into independent housing and have maintained that housing while utilizing IHNSC initiatives that are focused on long-term stability. How do clients get there when [...]
With a strong focus on empowerment, case managers have been working hard with families on long-term independence goals. Three single mothers are attending Raritan Valley Community College, while also maintaining their employment. Two single mothers [...]
From the Executive Director Each year IHNSC proves to be a driving force in the fight against family homelessness and 2018 was no different. Our community came together to support our mission in empowering homeless [...]
RWJ Reaches Out with Talent and Treasure HOME of Somerset County, Inc. has received a generous $25,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which will be used to help maintain our much-needed outreach [...]
New Year Rings in Changes at IHNSC IHN would like to welcome new staff, Kayla Ellis. Kayla has interned at IHN since September 2017 and recently graduated from Kean University with a degree in [...]
An informational newsletter for our Coordinators and Volunteers Read the current issue (PDF)
Reflecting on the past year, HOME of Somerset County, Inc. is so thankful to all of our many loyal supporters who recognize the importance of working together on finding a permanent solution to homelessness. We [...]
