Family HOUSING
Supportive Housing Program
Providing families experiencing homelessness with supportive, stable housing as they work toward upward economic mobility and build foundations for long-term self-sufficiency.
Apply To Join
Is your family experiencing homelessness, and you’re ready to work toward long-term stability?
United Ministries offers a wide range of tools, resources, and opportunities for families to receive personalized support.
Program Overview
The Family Housing program is a long-term, economic mobility program that offers supportive housing for families with children who are exiting homelessness as they work towards upward goals related to career, finances, education, housing, transportation, and overall well-being.
Families work closely with an Economic Mobility Partner who provides coaching, resources, and tools tailored to their goals, and provides ongoing support through a multi-phased approach to transitioning out of homelessness into stable housing. Household members receive wraparound support and access to stabilizing services to help strengthen and equip the entire family for lasting stability and self-sufficiency.
Qualifications
The Family Housing Program is designed for families experiencing homelessness to have the opportunity to reside in stable housing while working on achieving economic mobility.
check_circle1+ Kids Ages 0-17 In Household
check_circleGreenville County Resident
check_circleExperiencing Homelessness
check_circleReady To Work Toward Goals
How We Support Families: A Phased Approach
Families move into an independent family unit and begin working with an Economic Mobility partner. Together, they assess needs, connect to resources, and start setting and prioritizing goals to support the family’s overall stability and well-being.
Families spend the majority of their time in this phase laying the groundwork for long-term stability. They begin paying program fees, open a high-yield savings account, and continue working toward goals that support their overall well-being and economic mobility. This phase is focused on building the habits, resources, and plans that will sustain them beyond the program.
In this final phase, families focus on securing permanent, affordable housing and preparing to transition out of the program with stability. They continue building on the progress made in earlier phases to ensure they are equipped for long-term success and independence beyond program support.
Program Highlights
Family Members Moved Into Stable Housing
Average Length of Time In Program
Goals Related to Housing Achieved Last Year (FY23-24)
Mental Health Counseling Sessions With Participants
how to apply for Family Housing Program
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Review Requirements
While we offer a range of programs to support individuals experiencing poverty, our Family Housing Program is specifically designed for families who are currently experiencing homelessness and have at least one child under the age of 18 living in the household. This program has targeted eligibility requirements to ensure that families are positioned to fully engage in the support offered.
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Apply Online
Applicants who meet the requirements can begin the application process by clicking the “Apply Online” button below.
Please be prepared to complete a short online application so that we can better understand your situation and unique needs. After completing the online application you will receive communication within two weeks with regards to your status.
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Complete Onboarding Interviews
After you have completed the online application you will be contacted with regards to your status. If you are eligible for the program at this time, a Housing team member will reach out to schedule phone interviews and intake appointments.
Please note that the Family Housing Program is not an emergency shelter and it can take multiple months before an opening becomes available. Contact housing@united-ministries.org for questions about current availability.
Do you need immediate shelter?
Our Family Housing program is not an emergency shelter. If your family is in immediate need of shelter please contact 2-1-1 or use the resource guide to find the shelter that fits your needs.
Questions?
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Our programs offer opportunities for Greenville residents in various stages of scarcity or poverty to receive meaningful support. Programs incorporate a wide range of evidence-based practices and strategic tools focused on Housing Stability, Economic Mobility, and Homeless Services.
