We're a Hands Up, Full House Agency to Life's New Beginnings

Berwick Area Transitional Services

Phone Number

570-520-4172

Address

210 Ida Street

Berwick PA 18603

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About Us

Who We Are


We are a grassroots initiative built through the dedication, compassion, and collective response of our community to support individuals facing housing instability and related hardships. Our organization was founded on the belief that sustainable change begins with accessible support, education, and opportunity

Mission Statement


Our core mission is to provide a supportive and educational environment where individuals can:
 Understand the responsibilities of maintaining stable and permanent housing
 Develop life and financial management skills
 Achieve long-term independence and self-sufficiency

Our History


The organization began with a simple but powerful idea from a local small business owner: the creation of a “Hope Chest”—a secure, community-based drop-off location for food and cold-weather supplies.

Through the power of social media and community engagement, overwhelming support quickly transformed this idea into a broader vision—laying the foundation for a full-scale outreach and
support center.


The community Hope Chest is recognized by several area businesses. It’s currently listed as a resource through a local hospital system.