Eligibility & Placement Requirements

Our supportive group homes provide utility-included accommodations in a safe, structured environment designed to restore dignity, stability, and independence for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

Populations Served

Applicants may be considered for placement if they fall into one or more of the following categories:

  • Homeless Veterans

  • Veterans Experiencing Housing Instability

  • Veteran Medical Foster Care Participants

  • Returning Citizens Seeking Safe Re-Entry Housing

  • Individuals Requiring Housing With Structured Support

  • At-Risk Individuals Transitioning From Homelessness to Independence

General Eligibility Requirements

1. Housing Need

  • Applicant must be currently homeless, unstably housed, or at imminent risk of homelessness.

  • Priority may be given to veterans, medically vulnerable individuals, and those transitioning from institutions or incarceration.

2. Age Requirement

  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

3. Veteran Status (When Applicable)

  • Veterans may be asked to provide VA documentation (DD-214 or equivalent) when available.

  • Lack of documentation will not automatically disqualify an applicant; assistance may be provided to verify status.

4. Medical & Personal Care Needs

  • Individuals requiring daily personal care or medical support are eligible provided:

    • Care needs can be safely supported within a medical foster or structured housing setting, and

    • The individual agrees to coordination with caregivers, case managers, or medical providers.

5. Ability to Participate in Structured Group Living

  • Residents must be able and willing to:

    • Live cooperatively in a shared, supportive group home

    • Follow daily routines and house guidelines

    • Respect staff, caregivers, and fellow residents

6. Safety & Behavioral Standards

  • Applicants must not pose an immediate risk to themselves or others.

  • Behavioral health conditions are accepted when they can be managed with appropriate support services.

7. Substance Use Policy

  • Residents must comply with the program’s substance use policy, which may include:

    • Substance-free housing, or

    • A harm-reduction and recovery-support approach (as applicable).

8. Returning Citizens & Re-Entry Considerations

  • Returning citizens must:

    • Have no legal restrictions that prohibit residence in shared housing

    • Be willing to comply with re-entry conditions, supervision requirements, and program rules

  • Coordination with parole/probation officers may be required.

9. Engagement in Support Services

  • Residents must agree to:

    • Complete an intake and needs assessment

    • Participate in case management, life-skills support, or care planning

    • Work toward housing stability, wellness, and independence

10. Agreement to House Rules

  • Prior to placement, residents must review and agree to:

    • Code of conduct

    • Guest and visitation policies

    • Length-of-stay guidelines

    • Transition or independence planning goals

Program Commitment

Our homes are supportive, utility-included group residences designed to provide:

  • Safety and stability

  • Respect and dignity

  • Structured support and daily care when needed

  • A pathway from homelessness to long-term independence

Placement decisions are made fairly and without discrimination, while prioritizing those with the greatest need for stability and care.

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