Florence, South Carolina is fighting homelessness in 2025 with a robust combination of emergency services, permanent housing solutions, eviction prevention, youth-focused programs, and job-readiness initiatives targeting vulnerable populations.​
Emergency Shelters and Outreach
Local shelters such as House of Hope, Resurrection Restoration Center for the Homeless, and Pee Dee CAP Shelter provide food, temporary shelter, transportation, and referral services to those experiencing homelessness.​
Faith-based organizations and coalitions contribute meals, faith activities, and assistance connecting to medical and social agencies.​
Permanent Housing and Eviction Prevention
The Eastern Carolina Housing Organization (ECHO) focuses on permanent housing solutions coupled with supportive services, as well as eviction prevention for households at risk of homelessness.​
Florence continues to use coordinated entry systems through the Total Care for the Homeless Coalition to prioritize aid for the most vulnerable individuals and families, including emergency rental assistance and documentation support for those facing eviction.​
Affordable Housing Development
Greater Florence Habitat for Humanity works alongside local partners to create more affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income individuals and families.​
The South Carolina Housing Trust Fund and other local resources help finance home repair and supportive housing programs targeting people at risk, including disaster recovery and rental assistance programs.​
Programs for Youth and Veterans
Florence provides transportation and support services for teenagers through local partnerships, like the Teen Hub and job hiring events, giving at-risk youth safe places and employment opportunities.​
The HUD-VASH program supports homeless veterans with rental assistance, case management, and clinical services, coordinated through the Housing Authority of Florence in partnership with the VA Medical Center.​
Community Services and Outreach
Social service brochures and partnership guides help connect individuals to food banks, childcare assistance, and other essential services.​
United Way’s 211 hotline provides easy access to a broad network of housing, medical, and legal resources for anyone in need.​
Florence’s approach in 2025 reflects a comprehensive, multi-agency fight against homelessness, highlighting permanent housing, prevention, community engagement, youth services, and expanded shelter capacity.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.sciway.net/org/florence-sc-homeless-resources.html)
[2](https://echousing.org/get-help/)
[3](https://www.cityofflorence.com/community-services/resources)
[4](https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Homeless+Shelters&find_loc=Florence%2C+SC)
[5](https://www.cityofflorence.com/community-services)
