Housing & Shelter
Permanent Supportive Housing
Permanent supportive housing is an apartment you can stay in as long as you want, with no time limit, paired with ongoing support services. It's designed for people with long-term disabilities, serious mental illness, or a history of chronic homelessness.
What to expect
What happens when you ask for this kind of help
Every program is different, but here is what most people experience when they reach out for permanent supportive housing help.
- You pay no more than 30% of your income toward rent — the subsidy covers the rest.
- On-site or visiting case managers help with health care, benefits, daily life, and any crises that come up.
- There is no time limit. This is meant to be a permanent home.
- Access usually comes through your local Coordinated Entry System — ask your case manager or shelter to refer you.
- Priority goes to people who have been homeless the longest or who have the most complex needs.
Related help
Other types of help that often go together
Most people need more than one kind of support. These categories are often connected to permanent supportive housing.
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