Listing Category Housing
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Housing
Having a stable place to live provides a strong foundation for everything you need to do for successful reentry such as – finding a job, furthering your education or training, and getting your finances in order. Finding housing is tough…
Staying with Family and Friends
If you have friends or family in the area, staying with them may be a convenient temporary option for housing immediately upon release. But there are pros and cons to this arrangement. It is important to have the social support…
Homeless Shelters
Shelters are not a stable option but if you find yourself homeless, most shelters offer a free bed and shower for one night, sometimes multiple nights, but space is limited. If you are homeless and in need of temporary shelter…
Transitional Housing
Transitional housing programs are temporary programs that offer housing and services for otherwise homeless people. Keep in mind they usually have requirements you have to meet before you can move in, and there are usually waitlists. Some of transitional housing…
Transitional Housing Agencies
Below is a partial list of social service agencies in Rhode Island that offer temporary housing. Amos House Location: 460 Pine Street, Providence Phone: 401-272-0220 Website: Crossroads Rhode Island Location: 160 Board Street, Providence Phone: 401-521-2255 Website:…
LONG-TERM HOUSING
Long term housing might include: apartments and homes that are supported through government assistance for low income individuals and families, (though these often have long waitlists); single-room occupancy (SRO) units in apartment buildings or homes where you usually have a…
Government-Assisted Housing
There are several programs funded by the federal government that provide housing assistance to low income individuals and families. There are income eligibilities requirements, set by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that are similar for all…
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