The following are the main components of this service:

Assistance in locating quality housing

Subsidized rent which includes utilities

Assurance that the housing is furnished and appropriately equipped

Linkage and coordination with community based services

Tenant advocacy/Landlord relations

Planned Transportation

Supported Housing is for adults 18 years of age or older with an SPMI diagnosis who desire stable housing and supports.

Tenants may have non-disabled roommates, spouses or children in the program. Income of any roommate or spouse is included in determining rental subsidy.

Participants contribute 30 percent of their income toward rental costs and utilities.

Criteria for acceptance:

18 years of age or older

Severe and Persistent Mental Illness diagnosis

New York State Community Support Services eligibility

Linkage and willingness to work with a Casemanager

Displays no immediate likelihood of causing harm to self or others

Psychiatrically stable and linked to Psychiatric services

Medically stable and able to access health services

Free of active substance abuse

Skills to live independently with a minimum of supports

Has a regular income (SSI/SSD, Public Assistance and/or employment)

Applications can be obtained by calling 716-285-5201 or the Niagara County Department of Mental Health Single Point of Access at 716-439-7412.