Housing Sustaining

Housing Sustaining services focus on supporting clients in maintaining their housing stability by offering customized solutions tailored to meet individual challenges and requirements related to housing upkeep and retention. With an emphasis on creating a secure and stable home environment, our services are designed to assist clients in managing the complexities of property management, financial planning, and accessing community resources.

Eligibility Criteria for Housing Sustaining Services:

  • Enrollment in Medical Assistance (MA): Individuals must be recipients of Medical Assistance to be eligible for housing sustaining services.

  • Age Requirement: Services are available to individuals who are 18 years old or older.

  • Documented Disability or Condition: A documented disability or disabling condition is necessary for eligibility.

  • Need for Housing Stability: The service is geared towards those seeking to maintain their current housing or improve their housing stability.

Services Provided through Housing Sustaining:

  1. Financial Planning and Management: Offering guidance and support in budgeting, financial planning, and managing housing-related expenses to ensure clients can sustain their housing over the long term.

  2. Property Management Assistance: Providing assistance with the complexities of property management, including understanding leases, rights and responsibilities, and navigating issues with landlords or housing providers.

  3. Access to Community Resources: Connecting clients with local community resources that can support housing stability, such as utility assistance programs, home repair services, and legal aid.

  4. Advocacy and Mediation: Acting as advocates for clients in negotiations with landlords, housing authorities, and other entities to resolve disputes and address issues that may threaten housing stability.