HOUSING
"We ought to be looking for ways to move people from shelters into permanent housing," said Nan Roman, president of the National Alliance to End Homelessness.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated there were 754,000 homeless people in 2005, including those living in shelters, transitional housing and on the street. That's about 300,000 more people than available beds in shelters and transitional housing.
Temporary or transitional housing
Transitional housing provides shelter for people who need time to stabilize their lives and find permanent living arrangements. At various sites throughout Minneapolis (including our renowned Harbor Light center), this program provides temporary housing and support services for up to 6 months to recovering, low-income single men and women. Assistance is given in cases of eviction, addiction crisis, domestic break-up, or other types of housing crisis. Click here to learn more about our many transitional housing programs and locations.
Permanent housing
The Salvation Army also provides affordable permanent housing in many locations for men, women and families. Click here to learn more about our unique permanent housing facilities.
