Understanding Transitional Housing

The phrase "transitional housing" was defined by the federal government program, the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). It defines a 2 year project that facilitates the movement of homeless individuals and families to permanent housing. Our residents come to us from a variety of homeless situations, often from emergency & domestic violence shelters, recovery centers and other crisis facilities.

Marguerite's Place offers ten furnished apartments for homeless women with children. We offer the following services to families in our program:

• Assistance in obtaining & managing financial support
• Placement in job-training programs
• Community involvement with local employers
• Collaboration with medical, dental & psychological agencies
• Referrals and support in securing permanent, affordable housing

A Productive Lifestyle

There is so much more to understand about what "transition" really means for our families. Once a family moves into Marguerite's Place, moms begin an active and productive lifestyle where they are required to work or attend school. Marguerite's Place supports this effort by providing a safe living environment, transportation access, on-site daycare for children and caring compassion for the challenges of single parenting. Additionally, women work with an individual case manager to establish support and long-term resources, gain life skills that include personal finance training and household management. Women set goals for a positive future where gainful employment and permanent housing are consistent pieces of a meaningful life.