Coordinated Entry: An access point providing coordinated entry assessments to single adults and families with children who are low-income and meet eligibility requirements in the county area Family Homeless Prevention Assistance Program: This program helps families or individuals get out of homelessness or prevent homelessness from occurring. If eligible, the FHPAP program can help with the first month's rent, security deposit, or back rent/mortgage assistance up to a certain dollar amount. To be eligible for this program, individuals must: - Fill out an application - Be able to prove a housing crisis (eviction notice, mortgage papers, etc.) - Must have income During this program, all applicants who are deemed eligible will also be required to watch the "Rent Wise, Money Smart" videos. The videos go over smart shopping, facts about debt and credit reports, saving, budgeting, and more. Transitional Housing Program: Provides a long-term housing program to help an individual regain self-sufficiency. The goal of this program is to transition struggling individuals and families into stabilized living situations. The resources are offered for people of all backgrounds, including single parents, children, and individuals that were recently evicted. The program requires an assessment, application approval, weekly case management meetings, and constant contact with a case manager. If approved, Prairie Five can: - Pay a portion of rent - Assist with referrals, phone calls, setting up appointments, application assistance, resume building, job search, family development, etc. - Tenant education - Budgeting/smart money use

- Short-term housing for up to 2 years - Housing search assistance - Housing related coordinated entry screenings

Provides referrals to sober housing such as: - G House: Independent sober living located in North Saint Cloud - Opportunity House: Transitional structured sober house for men located in North Saint Cloud - T-House: Independent sober living located in South Saint Cloud

Men and women seeking sober living environments may live at one of the transitional housing facilities in the Twin Cities for up to two years. Residents receive case management and gain independent living experience.

Emergency and transitional shelter for individuals of all genders: - Transitional housing - Providing emergency shelter and transitional housing, as well as assistance in meeting basic needs and accessing area social services - Enrichment programming for children - available only to clients in shelter or housing - Program allows tenants to continue to work with social workers towards permanent housing

A transitional housing facility, providing safe and short-term housing. Services include: - Assisting with referrals to social service providers to help residents regain self-sufficiency and dignity - Empowering residents to improve their lives through support - Limited stay on a case-by-case basis

Access point for Coordinated Entry housing programs. Provides emergency and transitional shelter with supportive services for women and their children experiencing homelessness. Shelter includes family units with private bedrooms and shared common areas, emphasizing community living and shared responsibilities. Basic Needs provided: - Laundry facilities - Limited food support - Phone and internet access - Personal care items - Shelter Supportive Services include: - 24-hour staff support - Case management - Employment and life-skills education - Personal advocacy - Referrals and connections to other community resources - Support groups Permanent Supportive Housing: - Offers rental assistance for a limited number of off-site permanent supportive housing units for families experiencing homelessness who face additional barriers, such as disability - Ongoing supportive services to promote long-term housing stability Volunteers, Donations, and Material assistance: - Accepts volunteers, financial contributions, and in-kind donations - Current organizational needs are listed here https://ruthshousemn.org/how-you-can-help/donate-supplies/needs-list/

Safe Harbor Programming for youth ages 17-24 who have been victims of sexual exploitation. Crime Victim Services: Advocacy and support and services for youth ages 9-24 who have been victims of a crime. Youth-At-Work: Assistance to low income youth ages 14-24 who are needing support and assistance finding jobs, completing applications developing a resume, interviewing skills, etc.

Provides various housing options 35 efficiency apartments: - 10 transitional - 25 permanent supportive Transitional housing: - No minimum income requirement - No disability or homelessness requirement Permanent supportive housing: - Varying eligibility requirements - Of the 25 permanent housing units, six are HUD subsidized by the St. Paul Public Housing Authority as HUD housing and require verification of disability and chronic homelessness - The remaining 19 units have an income requirements

Independent living in apartments for 16 - 21 year olds - Housing and independent living support services for homeless youth, ages 16 - 21. Please note that 16- and 17-year-olds need parent or guardian permission. We can help you negotiate with your parent or guardian if we think independent housing is the best option for you. - Housing and independent living support services for teen parents, ages 16 - 21, who are homeless or living in inadequate housing. We can help you find an apartment, complete the application, pay security deposit, and help with monthly rent. - Case management services to help you with education, employment, parenting, child care, and more. We can also help you with obtaining medical insurance and accessing medical, dental, or mental health services. - All youth participating in transitional housing have access to: Individual, and/or family counseling appropriate to the individual needs of single teens and teen parents. - Skill building workshops for single teens and teen parents to increase self-sufficiency and independence.

Primary services include coordinated entry access point for individuals who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Case management is offered to prevent future issues with homelessness. Financial assistance may be available, but it is NOT provided in all situations. Requirements vary by programs and funding. Potential assistance consists of: - Funding for housing and utility costs/deposits - Funding for transportation costs via vehicle repair or public transit - Clothing and food assistance as well as other basic needs - Housing stability case management Programs may include: - Assistance for homeless ex-offenders in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine County, housing placement, as well as rent and deposit funds, may be available - Limited fund for short term hotel stays in tandem with case management services- ?- Long-term homelessness supportive services, also known as coordinated entry, are provided for those who qualify for short term hotel stays in Aitkin, Carlton, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Kanabec, Pine, and Chisago County to help with housing search and placement for families and unaccompanied youth - Transitional housing services for homeless youth ages 16 - 22, as well as some financial assistance for rent ? ?NOTE: Funding comes from a variety of sources, including the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP and others.

Provides scattered-site supportive housing to homeless individuals and families. The purpose of the program is to move economically challenged residents toward self-sufficiency by identifying and removing barriers, integrating services, and developing plans for financial stability. Participants enter into a lease for a dwelling and pay a pro-rated amount of their income for housing. Develops a mutually agreed upon housing plan to attain housing stability. Services include: - Help in obtaining adequate housing - Partial limited cost share of rent for up to 18 months to income-eligible families - Skills building in budgeting - Supportive services such as resource and referral NOTE: The program does not assist with rent for existing housing

Regional Coordinated Entry to Housing Programs agency The family development program provides services that help persons with emergencies and crises, self-sufficiency, shelter and housing, homeless services, and several special projects. Services may include: - Case management - Emergency housing - Foreclosure prevention assistance - Permanent supportive housing - Rent/deposit assistance - Transitional housing

Provides a ten-unit building with long-term housing options for individuals and families that already have access to housing vouchers. Includes affordable rents for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units.

Provides safe, stable, transitional housing for homeless young adult women, ages 18 - 24. Residents work with a case manager to get their lives on track and transition into permanent housing.

Housing: - Women and children live in a shared living community - The house has two living units, each unit accommodating up to a total of 8 women and their child(ren). - Residents may stay for up to 1 year Long-term stability plan: - Each resident is required to develop a long-term stability plan - Meet with a case manager monthly to work on the plan - Participate in recommended community-based services such as counseling, chemical dependency, or mental health aftercare - Residents are expected to be employed - Residents work on monthly budgeting - Work on parenting goals and participate in referred parenting programs

Provides scattered site housing with services including case management and advocacy, life skills training, and limited rental assistance for housing clients only, not available to the public, for up to 12 months.

Offers transitional housing for adults who have a barrier in maintaining housing and employment, with an opportunity to establish employment and stability in an independent living setting within the community or surrounding areas. Participants in the program will develop a month-by-month plan to meet goals, such as establishing local health providers, reinstating driver's licenses, and improving their social and self-care skills. Housing is made up of 9 private rooms each containing a bed, sink, microwave, small fridge, TV, and bathroom/shower.

Offers 39 residential apartments as part of its comprehensive support for single mothers and their children. These units are designed to provide safe and affordable housing, enabling mothers to pursue higher education and career goals without compromising their family's well-being. Also provides an on-site licensed child development center for resident children. Offers early childhood education, supporting the program's two-generation model aimed at disrupting the cycle of poverty for single mothers and their children.

Provides support and resources to youth experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center. Services Offered: Basic Necessities: - Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi - Clothing and grocery vouchers - Meals, showers, and toiletries - Transportation assistance Housing and Shelter Options: - Connections to public housing programs - Coordinated entry assessments for homeless youth - Crisis nursery program - Emergency shelter and street outreach services - Independent living, housing assistance, and short-term housing options Support and Education: - Access to licensed therapists - Community and volunteer service opportunities - Financial assistance - Ongoing case management- Rental education through RentWise Preparation for Employment and Independent Living: - Assistance with taxes and obtaining legal documents (birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses) - Budgeting and financial planning - College preparation and FAFSA completion - Job searching, resume writing, and interview skills - Nutrition and cooking support Recreational Activities: - Art projects, field trips, movie days, and other social activities

Offers 39 residential apartments as part of its comprehensive support for single mothers and their children. These units are designed to provide safe and affordable housing, enabling mothers to pursue higher education and career goals without compromising their family's well-being. Also provides an on-site licensed child development center for resident children. Offers early childhood education, supporting the program's two-generation model aimed at disrupting the cycle of poverty for single mothers and their children.

Emergency and transitional shelter for individuals of all genders: - Transitional housing - Providing emergency shelter and transitional housing, as well as assistance in meeting basic needs and accessing area social services - Enrichment programming for children - available only to clients in shelter or housing - Program allows tenants to continue to work with social workers towards permanent housing

- Transitional housing for women and children - Available only by application through the AFFP office Monday-Friday - It is never used for one-night

Drug and alcohol free transitional housing in a Christian environment providing: - 3 Meals a day provided - Assistance in finding part-time or full-time work. Residents keep all of their income, but are encouraged to save a portion. - A nurse is provided to meet with residents weekly for medical and medication needs - Bed, sheets, dressers, and large storage containers provided - Chemical dependency treatment groups and one-on-one counseling - Life skills groups - Professional staff supervision, mentors, and groups - Residents stay up to six months - Shared space including living room, kitchen, bathrooms, showers - Shared room - TV, phone, Internet, laundry included - On bus line and within walking distance of shopping needed ?- Occasional transportation as necessary ?

Regional Coordinated Entry to Housing Programs agency The family development program provides services that help persons with emergencies and crises, self-sufficiency, shelter and housing, homeless services, and several special projects. Services may include: - Case management - Emergency housing - Foreclosure prevention assistance - Permanent supportive housing - Rent/deposit assistance - Transitional housing