Permanent Housing Case Studies

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 Acadiana Cares’ Project Home Again in Lafayette, Louisiana, provides supportive housing for low-income individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The project spans seven parishes and offers 68 total units, with 38 designated for homeless individuals with disabilities and 30 for those living with HIV/AIDS. Acadiana Cares collaborates with local providers to offer essential services, including case management, health insurance access, and substance use treatment. The project has achieved a 91% housing stability rate, supporting vulnerable individuals through a comprehensive and community-driven approach.​ 

 The Village at Blackshear, developed by Tapestry Development Group in Blackshear, Georgia, provides affordable housing for low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities. The project comprises 64 one-bedroom units and includes an expanded community center where tenants can participate in social activities. Onsite services, such as mental health and substance abuse support, are regularly offered, benefiting approximately 25% of the residents. The facility's rehabilitation in 2013 transformed it from "housing of last resort" into a well-regarded community asset​. 

 Ellsworth Acres, developed by the Briermost Foundation in North Royalton, Ohio, provides recovery housing for women, including those in early sobriety and women using medication-assisted treatment (MAT). The 3,400 sq. ft. single-family home accommodates eight tenants and one onsite manager, focusing on peer support and recovery services. The project also includes a workforce training farm on its 3.5-acre property, offering tenants opportunities for skill development and community engagement through local markets and unique classes. This project addresses a critical need for recovery housing in the area, providing long-term stability and support​. 

 Columbus Place, developed by Housing Solutions of Greene County (HSGC) in Ohio, offers supportive housing for extremely low-income, homeless individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or substance use disorders. This new construction project consists of six one-bedroom units in a secure facility, where tenants benefit from peer support and comprehensive services provided by TCN Behavioral Health. The project focuses on providing both on-site and off-site mental health, substance use treatment, and vocational services, contributing to a high rate of housing stability among tenants. 

Way Station II, operated by the Council of Community Services in Gillette, Wyoming, offers permanent supportive housing (PSH) for chronically homeless families with at least one member having a mental illness. The project converted six transitional housing units into one-, two-, and three-bedroom PSH units. Focusing on family reunification and self-sufficiency, tenants receive case management, life skills training, and job search support. The project also partners with local community members to provide additional resources like gardening and budgeting classes, helping tenants build stability and independence​. 

 Creel Place, developed by Volunteers of America Southeast (VOASE) in Bayou La Batre, Alabama, provides supportive housing for extremely low-income seniors aged 62 and older who lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina. The development consists of 19 one-bedroom units, with onsite management and services, including case management, access to benefits, food banks, and transportation assistance. The project incorporates key features learned from the disaster, such as a stormwater drainage system to prevent flooding. Twelve of the original tenants remain stably housed​. 

 Parkside Apartments, developed by the Housing Authority of Henry County in Illinois, provides affordable and supportive housing for vulnerable seniors, including those who are homeless and/or disabled. The project involved the rehabilitation of the historic Kenawee Hotel, creating 41 apartments. Ten units are set aside specifically for disabled and homeless seniors. Supportive services, such as psychiatric care, counseling, and crisis intervention, are provided by Bridgeway, Inc., which also offers onsite case management. The project has a 98% occupancy rate and successfully integrates supportive housing within a historic community setting. 

Potters Lane, developed by American Family Housing in Midway City, California, provides innovative housing solutions for low-income and homeless veterans, including chronically homeless ones. The project utilizes shipping containers to create 15 individual, 480 sq. ft. apartments, offering a unique and cost-effective approach to permanent housing. American Family Housing provides onsite services, while the Veterans Administration offers medical and mental health care, ensuring comprehensive support for residents. The development has successfully integrated public and private funding streams to support its mission​. 

 Prior Crossing, developed by Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative in St. Paul, Minnesota, provides supportive housing for homeless youth aged 17-22, many of whom have aged out of foster care. This new construction project consists of 44 studio apartments in a five-story building. Tenants benefit from comprehensive onsite wraparound services, including case management, employment training, educational support, and health care. The project was built through extensive collaboration across public, private, and nonprofit sectors and maintains an income-based rent model, with 60% of tenants either working or completing internships​. 

 Sail River Longhouse, located on the Makah Indian Reservation in Neah Bay, Washington, provides 21 supportive housing units for low-income Tribal members and their families affected by behavioral health conditions. Developed by the Makah Tribal Housing Department and Ally Community Development, the project includes one- to three-bedroom units, with a focus on family reunification. Support services include substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, employment, and cultural support. This is the first permanent supportive housing facility on Northwest Tribal lands, addressing critical housing and health needs. 

 The Sharon Ann Apartments, developed by Avalon Housing in Chelsea, Michigan, provides affordable and supportive housing for low-income individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness. The project comprises 17 rehabilitated apartment units, with five specifically set aside for supportive housing. Avalon Housing, in partnership with Faith in Action, offers comprehensive services, including case management, crisis response, transportation, and access to benefits. Located near community amenities, the project achieved full occupancy within four months and maintains a 93% housing stability rate​. 

 The South Towaoc Supportive Housing Project, developed by the Ute Mountain Housing Authority in Towaoc, Colorado, provides 11 one-bedroom units for extremely low-income and homeless Ute Tribal members. This project, the first of its kind on Colorado Tribal lands, offers culturally appropriate services using both Housing First and Harm Reduction models. Tenants receive counseling, substance abuse treatment, and vocational rehabilitation. The project addresses the tribe's critical housing needs, with modular homes transported from Texas and on-site facilities, including laundry and service offices​. 

 Union Village, developed by Presbyterian Home for Children (PHFC) in Talladega, Alabama, provides affordable housing for extremely low-income individuals who are deaf, blind, or deafblind. Phase 2 of the project consists of constructing tiny homes with ADA-compliant features, including pocket doors, strategic lighting, and sensory assistance devices. The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind offers services such as health education, financial planning, and personal safety. This project addresses a critical need for accessible housing for vulnerable individuals across Alabama​.