HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION AND STABILIZATION PILOT PROGRAM

The Homelessness Prevention and Stabilization Pilot Program aims to provide housing stability and prevention services to Orange County residents. The program will provide case management, connection to supportive services, and financial assistance to help participants achieve long-term housing sustainability. The contract is valued at $2,999,999.67 and will run for two years, from August 12, 2024, to August 11, 2026. The program will serve a minimum of 217 households over the contract term, with a focus on providing services to households in Districts 1-5. Some key features of the program include: • Providing HPSP services to a minimum of 217 households over the contract term • Ensuring that 75% of participants are able to remain housed twelve months after receiving Direct Financial Assistance • Maintaining a caseload of 25 unduplicated, eligible participant households per 1 FTE case manager • Providing referrals to other supportive services as identified in the Individualized Housing and Service Plan • Reviewing submitted applications and providing a preliminary determination of eligibility within three business days • Scheduling in-person and/or telephone appointments with participants within five business days of application review