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TRANSITIONAL, PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING AND RAPID RE-HOUSING FOR FAMILIES | MERCY COMMUNITIES

1344 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702

Eligibility

Clients enter the Transitional program after an intake based on need and unit availability; Permanent Housing programs referrals are completed through the coordinated entry system process and referrals

Required documents

Photo ID, Birth certificate, Proof of income, Proof of residency, Social Security card, Immunization records, Documentation of homelessness For permanent supportive housing, the head of household or dependent child must have a documented disability

Hours

Mon 8 am - 5 pm Tue 8 am - 5 pm Wed 8 am - 5 pm Thu 8 am - 5 pm Fri 8 am - 5 pm
(217) 744-1126

Voice - Alternate | Housing Intake

(217) 753-1358

Voice - Main | Administration

https://www.mercycommunities.org/programs
[email protected]

Languages

English

Application process

Call to set up in person transitional interview; Permanent supportive housing and rapid re-housing intakes must complete a coordinated entry assessment by calling the intake line

Fees

None

Service area

Sangamon County, Illinois

Description

Provides affordable housing and support services to those in need of help to build a new future. Offers a Transitional Living Program for up to two years to assist homeless young women and their children to achieve stability in their lives by providing them with a stable home and intensive support services. Also offers aftercare services to help families as they transition into permanent housing.

Offers permanent affordable housing and supportive services for homeless families with dependent children in which the head of household or their child has a disability. The program enables families with severe and persistent issues, such as mental illness, chronic health problems, and substance abuse to achieve long-term housing stability.

The goal is to help individuals reach their fullest potential by encouraging and mentoring them.

Some of the services provided include:

-- Counseling

-- Parenting classes

-- Budgeting

-- Support groups

-- Job or vocational training

Date of Last Formal Update

02/21/2025

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211 Nebraska

Providing organization

MERCY COMMUNITIES

Nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the crisis of family homelessness by providing housing and supportive services to foster the independence of homeless families with children.