The Neighborhood Center has access to many housing programs for men, women, and families. Our housing department serves over 200 individuals on any given day, including families, veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.

Our residential accommodations are spread across West Volusia, comprising a mix of properties we own and units leased through collaborations with local landlords. Some of these partnerships function under a fee-for-service model, employing a sliding scale of affordability determined by a client’s income. Some are funded by HUD and other government grants and agencies, and each has its own set of requirements.

Our housing clients meet weekly with a caseworker to address stabilization efforts and formulate exit plans when appropriate. Case managers collaborate with residents to achieve personalized service goals, focusing on employment and fostering a secure living environment.

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Types of Housing 

Transitional Housing
We provide 47 transitional housing beds in West Volusia. Transitional housing is intended to bridge the gap from a crisis — such as abuse or homelessness — into permanent housing. Transitional housing is more private than emergency shelter; it offers a safe space in which people can process their trauma, work on the issues that led to their homelessness, and build a supportive network that will help them in the future. On average, an individual will stay in transitional housing for one year.

Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH)

Our 64 Permanent Supportive Housing beds provide long-term, affordable housing and support services to people with disabilities or other special needs who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The services are designed to build independent living and tenancy skills and connect people with community-based health care, treatment, and employment services. PSH is considered a Housing First principle, meaning there are no preconditions (e.g., sobriety, enrollment in mental health services, etc.) for program participants to access housing.

Rapid Re-Housing
Rapid Re-housing is a brief rental assistance service aimed at swiftly securing housing for individuals, fostering self-sufficiency, and promoting housing stability. The objective of offering monthly financial support is to transition clients into long-term stability following their exit from the program.

Specialty Housing Programs

These are housing programs geared toward special populations.

Domestic Violence Rapid Rehousing
The Domestic Violence (DV) Rapid Rehousing program is dedicated to aiding individuals escaping domestic violence situations in acquiring affordable and secure housing within the community. This initiative provides participants with financial assistance for up to 2 years, supporting stabilization efforts and funding to facilitate their transition to safety and stability.

Lacey House for Women and Children
The Lacey House was established through funding by The Lacey Family Foundation and is specifically designed to accommodate women and women with children. The house features four suites, enabling the reunification of mothers and children while receiving comprehensive support services provided by the agency.

Growth and Achievement Program (Gap)
GAP is a transitional house that houses 10 individuals. This program was established through collaboration with the Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC). Upon release from incarceration, returning residents of Volusia County are eligible to reside in this facility for community reintegration. The FDOC covers monthly rental payments on behalf of clients for up to one year, supporting their journey toward stability and self-sufficiency.

Family Shelter
Opening in the Summer of 2024, this facility will offer shelter for 60 to 90 days to accommodate 5 families of various sizes. The congregated living space will feature private bedrooms and shared common areas. Residents will have access to all Neighborhood Center support services, including case management, to facilitate their journey toward permanent housing.