In 2009, the Rescue Mission began a partnership with local agencies to provide outreach to those experiencing homelessness in Cayuga County. It soon became clear that families and women lacked the support they needed to leave homelessness behind.
In 2011, the Auburn Housing Authority contracted with the Rescue Mission to provide case management, programs and support to help families transition out of homelessness. What began as a program for four families grew to accommodate 10 families in transitional and permanent housing units. In 2017, we expanded our program to offer affordable housing townhomes to 28 families.
The Auburn Rescue Mission also helps families who are temporarily housed in hotels by the Cayuga County Department of Health and Human Services to find permanent housing and connect with other support services. The Rescue Mission provides case management, meals, clothing and household supplies, employment resources, youth and family activities, and spiritual care.