Eligibility: Any family who is homeless and willing to work towards self-sufficiency through education and skills training is eligible. A family is defined as a mother and children, father and children, or a husband, wife and children.

• Each family's needs are comprehesively assessed by a team of professional case managers when the applicant enters into this two-year program. Basic necessities are provided to clients throughout this period.
• Individualized plans are developed in cooperation with the family and advocacy and coordination of services are integrated into each intensive case management plan.
• Clients are not required to stay in the Supportive Housing Tower as they participate in this program. When clients are experiencing only a temporary setback they may be placed directly into community housing accommodations.
• Life skills classes, which target each family's specific problem areas, are held each week.
• Education opportunities are encouraged through case management support.
• An on-site three-star licensed childcare facility is available for those who need quality child care while the applicant is working or receiving training.

Program Coordinator: Bill Steele — 582-7201; Ext. 232

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