Housing Support Services

Our Housing Support Services are designed to support individuals in finding, securing, and maintaining stable, safe, and affordable housing. Through a person-centered approach, we provide guidance and hands-on assistance every step of the way—from the initial housing search to long-term tenancy support.

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Housing Information & Assistance

We help participants understand and navigate various housing programs by providing:

• Clear explanations of housing program rules and eligibility requirements
• Assistance with housing searches and applications
• Support in gathering necessary documents, such as state ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, and proof of income or benefits
• Assessments to identify preferred and safe living environments ready for move-in
• Help requesting reasonable accommodations under the Fair Housing Act
• Guidance on finding resources for security deposits, moving costs, furniture, utilities, assistive technology, and other one-time expenses
• Review of leases and property rules before signing
• Budget planning and financial education
• Strategies for addressing housing barriers such as poor credit, rental history, criminal background, or behavioral challenges
• Support in resolving housing-related disputes

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Housing Transition Services

These services help individuals prepare to move into housing successfully by offering:

• Tenant screening and housing assessments to identify potential barriers and retention risks
• Development of an individualized Housing Support Plan that outlines:
  
  • Short- and long-term housing goals
  • Strategies to overcome barriers
  • Natural supports, service providers, and community resources to assist in achieving goals

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Housing Tenancy Sustaining Services

Once housed, we continue supporting participants to maintain their tenancy through:

• Education on tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities
• Coaching on how to be a respectful and responsible tenant
• Support with lease compliance and recertification processes
• Assistance in building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors
• Early intervention when behaviors threaten housing stability
• Mediation and dispute resolution with landlords or neighbors
• Advocacy and connection to resources to prevent eviction
• Ongoing reviews and updates to the Housing Support Plan to reflect changing needs

Our goal is to ensure each participant has the tools, resources, and support needed to achieve housing stability and thrive in their community.