Homelessness Crisis Response Program
The Homelessness Crisis Response Program provides temporary rental assistance for individuals or families experiencing a momentary emergency that may jeopardize their housing. The program was designed to assist individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, or at imminent risk of literal homelessness, obtain permanent housing. Case managers meet with and assess all participants and their needs. In addition to rental assistance, the team will make all applicable referrals to other agencies and programs that can assist the consumer in continuing their self-sufficiency.
Appropriate Referrals to Homelessness Prevention:
- Low-income individuals or families currently experiencing homelessness.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Referral from Homeless Shelter.
Supportive Housing Program
The Supportive Housing Program is designed to promote the development of self-sufficient individuals and families by offering supportive services as well as rent subsidies to assist homeless persons in transitioning from homelessness to independent living. To be eligible for assistance under this program, the head of household must be considered homeless by HUD standards (i.e., sleeping in places not meant for human habitation such as cars, parks, sidewalks and abandoned buildings or sleeping in an emergency shelter as a primary nighttime residence) and have a verifiable disability that is expected to be of long duration.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be homeless (Homeless Shelter, or places not meant for human habitation)
- Low income
- Disability
- Referral from shelter or homeless outreach worker.
Jamie Blanchard
Case Manager
282-0971 Ext. 161
Our society is facing an urgent issue with senior homelessness and housing instability
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has identified seniors as one of the fastest-growing groups experiencing homelessness. As reported by Reverse Mortgage Daily, one-third of the chronically homeless population is over 55 as of 2020. These older adults often rely on public benefits and face unique challenges, including fixed incomes and difficulties finding accessible housing.
In response, we have developed a comprehensive guide that provides invaluable assistance to seniors and their families navigating these difficult circumstances. You can find our emergency housing guide here: https://www.caring.com/caregivers/emergency-housing-guide/