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For more information on Windham Family Living, Project Home or Beyond Shelter contact Cathy Cementina
at (860)423-4534 ext. 330 or email cathy.cementina@wrccinc.org
at (860)423-4534 ext. 330 or email cathy.cementina@wrccinc.org
| Windham Family Living WFL assists low-income families who are homeless or at risk of being homeless in Windham by helping them access and retain affordable long-term housing. WFL provides bilingual/bicultural case management and advocacy and support services including housing retention and landlord liaison. WFL manages two transitional living units for large families and teaches goal setting, income management, life skills training, parent involvement and other skills to all involved in the program. WFL serves 10-12 families annually. Project Home Effective July 2003, WRCC implemented its HUD Supportive Housing Program, Project Home. The HUD grant is for $802,500 to be spent over three years. The purpose of the grant is to provide affordable housing and case management services to homeless individuals and families within Windham Tolland Counties. In addition to being homeless, Project Home clients must also be facing long-term disability. WRCC's Project Home staff locates apartments for families and individuals at scattered sites within Windham or Tolland County, paying the landlord 100% rent and security on behalf of the client. Project Home clients are in turn required to pay a program fee directly to WRCC equivalent of 30% of their income (the standard percentage considered "affordable"). Additionally, Project Home staff provides its families and singles with intensive, ongoing case management directed toward their housing retention and life management. Beyond Shelter As of January 2005, WRCC implemented its Beyond Shelter program, funded by the Department of Social Services. Beyond Shelter is an innovative program that prevents the recurrence of homelessness by providing up to one year of coordinated follow-up services to households leaving the shelters and transitional housing programs. Services provided may include education on landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities, life skills workshops, assistance procuring food and furniture, as well as support in securing mental health and substance treatment services. Housing Management WRCC operates a five-unit HUD residence for mentally disabled citizens in conjunction with United Services, Inc., to foster independent living. |
Housing Programs