About ECHOS
ECHOS serves Elizabethtown, Bainbridge, Rheems, Mount Joy, Maytown, and Marietta. The agency has a team of over fifteen staff who assist more than 800 households annually through ten programs, including housing stability programs, eviction prevention, emergency shelter, and information and resources.
Mission
To address the holistic needs of our neighbors experiencing housing insecurity and insufficient income by mobilizing the community, connecting resources, and providing support to promote stability.
Vision
Create a stable, thriving community.
Our Programs
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ELIZABETHTOWN EMERGENCY SHELTER
ECHOS Emergency Shelter Programs provide clients an overnight stay in cases of urgent need.
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ENRICHMENT CENTER
This is a drop-in center where clients can meet with an ECHOS advocate, attend a workshop, meet with partner agencies, or use our resources to work independently. -
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HOUSING STABILITY PROGRAMS
Clients enrolled in our Housing Stability Programs are offered longer-term supportive services, working diligently with a community social worker to obtain and maintain independent housing.
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EVICTION PREVENTION AND DIVERSION
Our trained staff take the necessary steps to help individuals and families obtain proper resources and care to keep them in their current residence.
Volunteer Today!
Volunteers are essential to our mission. Whether helping in shelters, supporting programs, or assisting at events, your time makes a real difference.
Our volunteer opportunities extend beyond helping with the ECHOS Emergency Shelter. Learn more about how you can become a volunteer with ECHOS today!
Need Assistance?
Schedule an appointment with a case advocate today or fill out the client information form below!
ECHOS offers Hygiene Support for clients on Mondays and Fridays throughout the summer. Registration is required to receive hygiene services. Clients can register by using the online scheduling option to the right or by calling (717) 361-0740.
Advocate for Change!
There is a bill that has just been passed by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives that supports tenant rights is House Bill 1095. This legislation will limit access for eviction filings. All eviction cases will remain sealed from the date filed until a decision is made. All cases will be sealed after seven years, regardless of the outcome. Outcomes in favor of the tenant, that are withdrawn, dismissed, or settled will be sealed. Judgements made in favor of the landlord will be accessible within 30 days.
This impacts ECHOS clients! Eviction records create a barrier to securing permanent housing. Many landlords use application screening tool to automatically deny applicants with an eviction on their record — regardless of the outcome. This bill would help create equality for renters and homeowners as foreclosures are removed from a person’s record after 7 years, unlike evictions.
