Housing Families
Their Story
“At Housing Families, we are a nonprofit organization working to achieve housing equity and well-being for all. Our roots began in 1986 when local community members created an organization to address the crisis of homelessness in the Greater Boston cities of Malden, Medford, and Everett”.
Mission
Ensure housing stability to strengthen families, individuals, and communities.
Vision
Achieve housing equity and well-being for all. Housing Families provides program space, family outreach, and wrap-around support, while we deliver arts-based enrichment that addresses the social-emotional needs of children facing housing insecurity.
Our Journey So Far
Phase 1 (Fall 2025):
We introduced a flexible, drop-in theater format designed for accessibility. We worked with two age groups once a week, providing a consistent and welcoming space for creative exploration.
Phase 2 (Spring 2026):
From Process to Performance
We have transitioned into a performance-based cycle where participants are taking the lead as creators. The children and teens are collaboratively developing an original performance piece to be shared with their families and the community. This phase is a celebration of their unique voices, their journey of growth, and the power of teamwork.
Looking Ahead:
Expanding Our Reach
Building on the success of our Malden program, we are preparing to expand to Housing Families’ Woburn locations in the second half of 2026. Our goal is to bring this vital space for healing and expression to even more young people, strengthening our commitment to the communities we serve.
Inclusion serves as the foundational message woven throughout this program