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Continuum Of Care Rental Assistance Program - Project Based | Emerald Development And Economic Network

7812 Madison Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102

Eligibility

Must have an eligible disability: priority is given to those with mental illness, HIV/AIDS, or those with a substance use disorder. Must also meet federal low-income guidelines. Assets will be evaluated in determining eligibility. Otherwise, must be homeless or actively fleeing domestic violence. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Must be actively fleeing domestic violence and have a referral from Journey Center. HOMELESS: Must meet this definition of homeless: living in a car, living in a public building, or living in a dangerous situation. Those who meet these criteria should go to Coordinated Intake for assessment. Availability may vary depending on building occupancy. Most units are for single adults only - but a small amount can be used by families with children. Those meeting Housing and Urban Development (HUD) definition of CHRONIC homeless (i.e. staying in a shelter, living in places not meant for human habitation, been continuously homeless for one year or more, or have had at least 4 episodes of homelessness in the past 3 years) are prioritized for these units, but non-chronic, homeless persons are eligible as well.

Required documents

Application through Coordinated Intake.

Hours

Not applicable.

Application process

HOMELESS clients must first be placed in shelter by Coordinated Intake at Bishop William Cosgrove (use the search term: EMERGENCY SHELTER CLEARINGHOUSES). DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Client will need a referral from The Journey Center (use the search term DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTERS). Referral from caseworker at homeless shelter is required (and not guaranteed). Those who have received a voucher for housing through this program, and who have questions or concerns should contact their caseworker at the shelter.

Fees

For many programs, participants pay 30% of their gross adjusted income toward rent and utilities, and the program pays the remainder of the rent and/or utilities.

Service area

Ohio

Description

Provides supportive rental housing at several agency owned buildings. Provides efficiency or 1 bedroom apartments that are fully furnished, with private bathrooms and kitchenettes for homeless individuals with disabilities. Maximum occupancy of each unit is one person. Two bedroom units are available for families at one location. Services include social service coordination by on-site social worker staff and life skills education and support.

Data provided by

211 Cleveland

Providing organization

Emerald Development And Economic Network

Provides, operates and advocates for safe, decent, affordable housing and support services for persons living with disabilities or special needs who have low incomes and may be experiencing homelessness. Administers rental assistance funds for several programs. Purchases, renovates and leases agency-owned housing units. Owns and manages several Permanent Supportive Housing projects.