Program Details
Lutheran Social Service - Youth & Family Services
Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP)
Short-term help for low-income families, youth and single adults who are homeless or are about to become homeless
Description
The Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP) helps low-income families with or without children, unaccompanied youth and single adults who are homeless or are about to become homeless.
Resources and money help with:
- Preventing homelessness
- Getting back into housing right away
- Staying in housing
Assistance usually takes the form of short-term help with rent. It may also help with utility costs. Payments may help to prevent foreclosure or eviction.
Additional Information
Rochester Living Independently with Knowledge (LINK) Program - LINK is a program that offers a safe and supportive environment for teens and young adults.
Provides:
- Food, Clothing
- Case management services
- Life-skills groups
- Peer support groups
- Transitional housing program for those who are eligible
- Retreats and recreational outings
Features
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Area Served by County
- Hennepin County
- Ramsey County
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Client Conveniences
- Assistance with community resources
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Specialization
- Homeless
- People with low income
Eligibility
Recipients are Minnesota households at or below 200% Federal Poverty Guidelines and the household must be experiencing a housing crisis and a need for assistance.
Housing assistance and services may vary by region or agency. There are FHPAP programs in all Minnesota counties and the following Tribal Nations: Bois Forte Band of Chippewa, Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, Lower Sioux Indian Community, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, Red Lake Nation, Upper Sioux Community, White Earth Nation.
Additional eligibility criteria may apply.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: At-risk and homeless families, singles and youth
Location
2485 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55108
Area Served
Ramsey and Hennepin Counties and surrounding metro areas. Service area may depend on program.
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 612-354-3345
- Main: 651-644-7739
Websites
- Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP)
- Lutheran Social Service - Youth & Family Services
Other Locations
- Lutheran Social Service - St. Cloud 2835 W Saint Germain St, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
- Lutheran Social Service - Brainerd 716 E St NE, Brainerd, MN, 56401
Last Update
9/18/2024