HARPS

We are accepting referrals for HARPS Supportive Housing Services and Bridge Subsidy funds.  Please scroll down for details and Referral Form.

This is not a rental assistance program.

Housing and Recovery Peer Services (HARPS)

We strive to assist individuals in finding and maintaining a safe and affordable place to live while promoting personal growth and wellness. Our supports are non-clinical, because we draw on common experiences as peers to provide empowerment, guidance and encouragement to take responsibility and actively participate in recovery.

We are accepting three types of referrals:

• Subsidy and Subsidy Coordination Only: This assistance is limited, and this type of referral means the qualifying individual currently has income to maintain housing beyond the term of the subsidy.

• Housing Services Only - No Subsidy: The qualifying individual will receive supported housing services.

• Services and Subsidy: The qualifying individual will receive supported housing services and a limited subsidy. A qualifying individual currently has income to maintain housing beyond the term of the subsidy.

A.      Who Qualifies:

Individuals who are experiencing a serious mental illness, substance use disorder or co-occurring disorder; AND
Who are released or at risk of entering: 

• Psychiatric inpatient settings;

• Substance use treatment inpatient settings; and

• Who are unhoused or at risk of being unhoused due to inpatient stay.

Individuals must be able to financially sustain their housing long term—beyond the initial bridge subsidy period.

Who fits the above criteria that is Not Eligible:

• Individuals who are eligible through Medicaid for Foundational Community Supports Supportive Housing Services.

• Individuals who have previously received HARPS Housing Subsidy or similar funds.HARPS Supportive Services.

• Individuals entering or in a housing program.

The Types of Supportive Services

• Housing search; Landlord negotiations; Furnishing and obtaining necessities; Creating an individualized, strengths-based action plan; Maintaining housing.

• Referrals to supportive employment services; Mentoring and encouraging on and off the job site; Support in obtaining necessary clothing and hygiene supplies; Assistance with navigating public transportation.

• Side-by-side encouragement in developing natural supports; Promoting self-advocacy; Encouraging and supporting individual and group activities.

All referrals and releases are required and must be sent by encrypted email to be reviewed.