Housing Assistance Program (HAP)

NSCAP’s Housing Assistance Program (HAP) provides assistance to families that are homeless or at risk of homelessness so that they can increase their ability to maintain or obtain permanent, affordable housing. Each family is assigned a personal housing specialist who completes a thorough assessment of the family’s current housing situation and service needs. An individual service plan is created to address family needs and goals and the following services are provided:

• Screening to determine the family’s eligibility for subsidized housing, and assistance in completing applications

• A local, regional, and statewide search for permanent housing

• Advocacy with local housing authorities

• Landlord/tenant mediation and counseling services

• Assistance in prepation for Housing Court appearances

• Community linkages with agencies and programs that can provide services and benefits

• Follow-up and stabilization services for up to one year after placement

• Access to NSCAP’s Housing Attorney for free advice and possible representation in court

Housing specialists also assist families with skill building, housing readiness, application procedures, housing search, landlord leads, and translation services.

In addition to these services, NSCAP’s Tenant/Landlord Specialist provides information about the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords to the general public.

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