What Is?
Housing Stabilization Services
Housing Stabilization Services (HSS) is designed to aid individuals with disabilities and seniors. We streamline the process of finding suitable housing, setting a living budget, connecting with community supports like landlords and neighbors, and clarifying lease responsibilities. HSS is a pivotal service, ensuring individuals find and maintain stable housing.
Transitioning Services
Purpose:
Assist individuals in planning, finding, and transitioning to a home within the community.
Key Services:
Housing Transition Plan Development*: Crafting a tailored strategy for a smooth transition.
Benefits Assistance*: Guidance on eligibility and application for housing-affordability benefits.
Housing Search & Application Assistance*: Expert help throughout the housing search and application stages.
Tenant Screening & Assessments*: Ensuring a mutually beneficial match between tenant and property.
Budget & Lease Understanding: Assistance in financial planning and lease negotiations.
Funding for Deposits & Move*: Identifying potential funding sources for deposits and moving expenses.
Housing Option Research & Contact*: Exploring and reaching out to potential housing opportunities.
Record Expunging & Accommodation Access*: Assistance in clearing records and obtaining necessary accommodations.
Sustaining Services
Purpose:
Support individuals in retaining their housing and fostering positive relationships within the community.
Key Services:
Housing Support & Crisis Plan Management*: Regular development, updates, and modifications to ensure continued housing stability.
Behavior Monitoring: Early identification and prevention of behaviors that could jeopardize housing.
Tenant & Property Manager Education: Training on roles, rights, and responsibilities for both parties.
Transportation: Facilitated transportation for discussions on housing-related issues.
Relationship Coaching: Guidance on fostering positive relationships with property managers and neighbors.
Housing Recertification Assistance*: Support during the housing recertification processes.
Tenant Training: Continued education on being a good tenant, lease compliance, and household management.
Benefits Application Support*: Assistance in applying for benefits crucial for retaining housing.
Income & Benefits Maintenance Guidance*: Training to understand, maintain, or increase income and benefits.