3368 Washington Street Ready to Welcome First Tenants

Earlier this month, 65 volunteers, including corporate partners, individual supporters and board members, transformed 140 new apartments in Jamaica Plain into welcoming homes for individuals moving out of homelessness.

Volunteers set up kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces with everything from pots and pans to shower curtains and fresh bed linens.

"I’m thrilled that the building is open, and I’m excited to meet and work with new tenants," says Michael Meggett, a case manager at 3368 Washington Street. "The entire staff is dedicated to creating a great experience for people as they move into their new homes. I look forward to being part of their journey to a brighter future!"

Washington Street is the largest permanent supportive housing development in Massachusetts, bringing the number of Pine Street’s housing locations to 39 and number of units to 1,100.

National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month

November marks National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month, bringing awareness to these challenging and growing issues. Pine Street Inn is here every month — and day — of the year, providing nutritious meals, a safe place to stay, and a pathway to a home. 

As we approach the holiday season, many of our shelter guests have not only lost their home, but have also lost their connection to family. This Thanksgiving, we will serve more than 2,000 traditional meals, including 1,000 lbs. of turkey, along with stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and pie. Volunteers will spend the day preparing and serving the holiday meal and connecting with our guests. 

As Pine Street’s President Lyndia Downie says, "It’s tough to be in a shelter over the holidays. Our goal is to see many of our shelter guests here today celebrate the holidays in a home of their own by next year."

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Refuge from the Cold

Pine Street Inn’s winter warming centers at the Men’s Inn and Yawkey House women’s shelter are officially open for the season. The 50-seat center at the Men’s Inn and the 10-seat center at Yawkey House are open 24 hours a day through April 15, 2025.

"Our warming centers ensure that people experiencing homelessness have a place to go to stay warm and eat a hot meal when the weather turns cold," says Josh O’Brien, senior director of emergency shelters. "Pine Street is committed to providing a safe, clean space for everyone."

Even when shelter beds are no longer available, guests will find a refuge from the cold, as the warming centers add much-needed capacity at both shelters. 

Learn more about Pine Street's emergency shelters.