Housing Stabilization Services

Housing Transition

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• Develops a housing transition plan with the individual

• Assists individuals with the housing search and application process

• Identifies resources to pay for security deposits and moving expenses

• Organizes and supports an individual in their move to housing

• Secures additional services, benefits, and resources to support housing

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Housing Sustaining Services

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• Develops a housing stabilization plan with the individual

• Provides coaching on conflict resolution and developing relationships with property manager and neighbors

• Assists individuals to access and maintain community services

• Provides ongoing training on responsible tenancy and lease compliance

• Provides early intervention and advocacy to prevent eviction

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Who We Serve

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• Housing Stabilization is for adults with a mental illness who reside in Stearns County and surrounding areas.

• Individuals must have Medical Assistance to receive Housing Stabilization Services.

• Individuals must have a CADI or BI Medical Assistance Waiver to receive Home and Community Services

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Requirements for Housing Stabilization Eligibility

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• Experiencing Housing Instability

  • Currently experiencing homelessness

  • At risk of becoming homeless

  • Transitioning from a licensed setting

  • Eligible for MA waiver services

• Needs assistance due to their mental health condition to:

  • Communicate

  • Manage challenging behaviors

  • Make decisions

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Provider Referral Information

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Referrals for Housing Stabilization Services can be made by a Targeted Case Manager, Waiver Case Manager or Housing Services Consultant.

If you would like to refer an individual to our program, please complete the Referral Form.