In the late 1800s and early 1900s, waves of immigrants were entering Philadelphia and other cities in the country. Immigrants were faced with many challenges as they acclimated to their new homes. They needed housing, jobs, health care, and ultimately safe and healthy neighborhoods where they could work, learn, worship, play and ultimately reach their dreams. Their call to action began the Settlement movement during which volunteers came together to create Settlement houses for immigrants. These Settlements provided shelter, food, and an array of supportive services for the immigrants.