Housing Transitioning Services
Housing Transition services
Our housing transition services are designed to provide compassionate support and practical assistance for individuals navigating significant life changes. Whether you are relocating to a new city, downsizing after a major life event, or transitioning to a different living arrangement, our dedicated team is here to guide you through every step of the process.
- We understand that housing transitions can be overwhelming, which is why we offer personalized planning sessions tailored to your unique circumstances. Our services include:
- Defining Housing Criteria: We work closely with you to identify your preferred housing options, ensuring they align with your lifestyle and needs.
- Guidance in the Housing Search: Our team provides comprehensive support throughout the housing search and application process, helping you find the right fit.
- Personalized Budget Development: We collaborate with you to create a budget that reflects your financial needs and goals, helping to ensure a smooth transition.
- Education on Lease Agreements: We offer in-depth information on lease agreements and tenancy rights, empowering you to make informed decisions.
Covered Services:
Developing a housing transition plan*
Supporting the person in applying for benefits to afford their housing, including helping the person determine which benefits they may be eligible for*
Assisting the person with the housing search and application process*
Assisting the person with tenant screening and housing assessments*
Providing transportation with the person receiving services present and discussing housing related issues
Helping the person understand and develop a budget
Helping the person understand and negotiate a lease
Helping the person meet and build a relationship with a prospective landlord
Promoting/supporting cultural practice needs and understandings with prospective landlords, property managers*
Helping the person find funding for deposits*
Helping the person organize their move*
Researching possible housing options for the person*
Contacting possible housing options for the person*
Identifying resources to pay for deposits or home goods *
Identifying resources to cover moving expenses*
Completing housing applications on behalf of the service recipient*
Working to expunge records or access reasonable accommodations*
Identifying services and benefits that will support the person with housing instability*
Ensuring the new living arrangement is safe for the person and ready for move-in*
Arranging for adaptive house related accommodations required by the person*
Arranging for assistive technology required by the person*
Not Covered Services:
- Room and Board (including moving expenses)
- Deposits
- Food
- Furnishings
- Rent
- Utilities
- No-show appointments
- Staff travel time with a person not in the vehicle or the person is in the vehicle but Housing Stabilization Services is not discussed
- Direct or indirect services provision in a group setting
- Transition services from institutions if a person dies before discharge or transition services exceed 180 days
- Physically touring housing located outside of Minnesota