Solutions Built for Residential Shelters & Housing Programs

Protecting what matters

Unique risks, specialized protection

From homeless shelters and transitional housing to domestic violence shelters and residential treatment centers, these organizations provide safe, supportive environments paired with critical services like: 

 

•    Counseling and case management
•    Transitional and recovery-focused services
•    Long-term support for individuals and families in vulnerable situations
 

While these services help individuals and families rebuild their lives, the environments introduce liability, operational, and reputational risks that require deep specialization—not generic insurance solutions.

 

Their mission is vital. Their risks are complex. Their coverage should be purpose-built.

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Why specialized coverage matters

Residential shelter and housing organizations operate in environments that introduce:

  • Vulnerable populations and duty-of-care exposures
  • Complex staff and volunteer interactions
  • Physical property and shared living risks
  • Potential for specialized claims, including professional liability and abuse or molestation

These exposures require more than standard insurance—they demand industry-specific expertise.

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Who we serve

We specialize in organizations including:

  • Homeless shelters with services 
  • Transitional shelters and housing 
  • Domestic violence shelters 
  • Residential treatment centers 
  • Ronald McDonald Houses

 

Berkley Human Services partners with these organizations to help identify evolving risk patterns, implement effective controls, and support long-term stability—ensuring residential shelters and housing programs can continue providing safe, compassionate care to those who rely on them most.

 

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We seek valued partnerships to grow with!

You can reach us through our trusted network of select retail agents who specialize in social service organizations.

Become Appointed

Agents seeking an appointment or to find an agent near you, please contact us at [email protected].

Submit an Application

Currently appointed agents may submit applications to [email protected].

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