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Families First Supportive Housing - Model Cities of Saint Paul

839 University Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Eligibility

Single-parent families who meet the Housing of Urban Development (HUD) definition of homelessness, which includes at least one family member with a documented disability

Required documents

Application birth certificate chemical dependency and mental illness diagnosis from a licensed provider driver's license eviction notice picture ID proof of household income referral form Social Security card/number state ID verification of homelessness (e.g., shelter verification)

Hours

  • Office: 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
  • United Way 211 Coordinated Access Pre-Screen: 24 hours/7 days a week
(651)291-0211
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Intake Coordinated Access Prescreening (CAHS)

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Intake Coordinated Access Prescreening (CAHS)

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call United Way 211 for a pre-screen to access the Ramsey County Coordinated Access to Housing and Shelter (CAHS). Pre-screens are provided by United Way 211 and are available 24 hours/7 days a week by dialing 211 or (651)291-0211.

Fees

  • Housing cost is subsidized by Project-based Section 8, therefore, tenants are responsible for monthly rental payments equivalent to 30 percent of their monthly income. Remaining rental payments are made by St. Paul PHA.
  • The first month's rent and security deposit (equivalent to the first month's rent) are due upon move-in. This can be paid by a third party on behalf of the tenant.

Service area

Ramsey County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
Provides supportive housing for single parents, including individualized service plans. Individualized service plans may include:
  • Community building activities
  • Crisis intervention
  • Chemical health support
  • Life skills classes
  • Individual and group counseling
  • Job readiness and skills training
  • Parenting education

Last Assured

12/01/2025

Providing organization

Model Cities of Saint Paul

Promotes social and economic prosperity by providing access to opportunities that stabilize and develop families and communities