Established in 2016, the East Williamsburg Men’s Shelter serves 134 adults who identify as men, ages 55 and up. The shelter focuses on clients with substance use histories and provides case management services to help residents move toward health, sobriety, and ultimately, permanent housing and employment.

East Williamsburg at a Glance

Brooklyn, NY

Beds: 134
Serves: Older adults identifying as men (ages 55+)
with substance use histories
Program Focus: Homes, Health
Offers: Emergency Shelter, Mental Health Care,
Occupational Therapy, Primary Care Nursing

East Williamsburg Men’s shelter has brightly colored doors featuring musical artists with quotes from their songs.
East Williamsburg used to be a youth hostel, and we’ve kept the original decor, giving the building a lot of personality.
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