MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the YMCA of York and York County is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We exist to develop and practice the principles of faith, hope, love, honesty, respect and responsibility.
YMCA Core Values
•Caring •Honesty •Respect •Responsibility
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YMCA Men’s Residence
Originally constructed in 1925, the YMCA has completed thorough renovations to establish 120 Single Room Occupancy units for rent. Each room is fully furnished with a single bed, chest of drawers, a desk, chair and telephone with local access and voice mail. Each floor has a fully renovated bathroom, laundry room, kitchenette and lounge area with cable TV and VCR. Vending facilities are also available on each of the 4 floors. The lower levels of the building contain not only residence rooms, but also an office area, visitor’s lounge, game room, and a full service kitchen. All community areas are handicap accessible along with a designated number of rooms.
A Case Manager and Drug and Alcohol Counselor are available on site to assist any resident requesting support.
The YMCA also partners with the Housing Authority to provide 56 rooms dedicated to individuals receiving assistance from the Section 8 program.
Unless partnered with the Housing Authority (in which case the rent amount would vary by person based on their criteria), a resident pays $260 per month for rent with a security deposit of $75.
Those wishing to participate in this program can pick up an application at the YMCA Men’s Residence at 310 W. Philadelphia St., in York, PA. All applicants must be able to supply the following:
- Picture I.D.
- Social Security Number
- Income information (to be verified independently by the YMCA)
- Asset (bank account) information (to be verified independently by the YMCA)
- Verification of homelessness
The application process can take up to several days for completion.
For those individuals requiring immediate shelter, the YMCA has 6 emergency rooms to offer men for residence up to one week. They are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are accessible to anyone.
For more information on the YMCA Men’s Residence, please stop by the YMCA Housing Department at 310 West Philadelphia Street, York, PA,
or call (717) 854-7291.
