Purpose

The Housing & Resource Navigation Program helps individuals and families identify, access, and navigate housing-related and community-based resources that support stability, independence, and overall well-being.

The program provides guidance, information, referrals, and resource navigation assistance to help participants connect with appropriate services based on their unique needs and circumstances.

Program Services

Housing Resource Navigation

Participants receive assistance identifying housing-related resources and support services.

Services Include:

• Housing resource information

• Affordable housing resource referrals

• Housing program navigation

• Emergency shelter resource referrals

• Transitional housing resource referrals

• Supportive housing resource information

• Housing stability planning

• Assistance understanding housing application processes

Outcome:
Participants gain a better understanding of available housing resources and options that may support housing stability.

Community Resource Referrals

Participants receive referrals to community organizations and programs that address a variety of needs.

Possible Referrals Include:

• Food assistance programs

• Clothing resources

• Utility assistance programs

• Healthcare resources

• Mental health support resources

• Family support services

• Transportation resources

• Community outreach programs

Outcome:
Participants become connected to community resources that may help address barriers to stability and self-sufficiency.

Benefits & Support Program Navigation

Participants receive information and guidance regarding available public and community assistance programs.

Services Include:

• Information about local assistance programs

• Guidance on locating benefit resources

• Referral assistance

• Understanding eligibility requirements

• Resource application preparation support

• Community agency connections

Outcome:
Participants become more informed about programs and services that may be available to them.

Independent Living Support

Participants receive guidance that promotes self-sufficiency and independent living skills.

Topics Include:

• Household organization

• Budgeting resources and referrals

• Goal setting

• Time management

• Community engagement

• Self-advocacy skills

• Accessing local resources

• Personal responsibility and planning

Outcome:
Participants develop skills that support greater independence and long-term stability.

Housing Stability Planning

Participants receive support in identifying goals and developing plans that promote housing stability.

Services Include:

• Housing goal development

• Resource planning

• Barrier identification

• Community resource coordination

• Housing retention strategies

• Individual support meetings

Outcome:
Participants develop practical action plans to support housing stability and personal growth.

Program Activities

• Housing resource navigation sessions

• Individual support meetings

• Community resource referrals

• Goal-setting activities

• Independent living workshops

• Resource education sessions

• Housing stability planning meetings

• Virtual or telephone support

• Community partner connections

Expected Outcomes

Participants will:

✔ Increase knowledge of housing resources

✔ Connect with community support services

✔ Improve resource navigation skills

✔ Develop housing stability goals

✔ Strengthen independent living skills

✔ Increase self-advocacy and problem-solving abilities

✔ Access appropriate referrals and community programs

✔ Improve overall readiness for independent living

Program Delivery

Services may be provided through:

• Individual mentoring sessions

• Telephone support

• Virtual meetings (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)

• Educational workshops

• Community partner referrals

• Resource guides and informational materials

Important Notice

The Housing & Resource Navigation Program provides information, guidance, mentorship, support, and resource referrals. Pathways to Work & Housing Resources does not provide emergency housing, rental assistance, legal representation, case management, or guaranteed housing placement. Housing availability and eligibility are determined by external agencies and service providers. Participants requiring specialized services will be referred to appropriate community organizations.

Program Success Measurements

Program progress may be measured by:

• Number of participants enrolled

• Housing resource referrals provided

• Community resource referrals completed

• Housing stability plans developed

• Independent living sessions completed

• Participant engagement and attendance

• Community partner connections established

• Participant feedback and progress reports

Program Motto

"Connecting Individuals and Families to Resources, Stability, and Opportunity." 🏠🌱