Permanent Supportive Housing

Catholic Charities Partners in Housing program serves individuals and parents and their children, who have a disability or who have been chronically homeless in Bernalillo County. Participants receive assistance from Case Managers in obtaining housing, disability benefits, counseling, child care and other resources. 
                                     
The focus for participants in this program is to build a stable home for themselves and their children, while they obtain the appropriate services that will lead to their increased well-being. Applicants must have a documented disability (mental or physical) and proof of  Chronic homelessness. Participants with a substance abuse disorder will also be assisted in obtaining Housing.

Catholic Charities does not handle their own housing referrals for Permanent Supportive Housing.
Referrals are handled by: 

WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE Permanent supportive housing program?
People who are chronically homeless (on the street or in a shelter for one year or more) and have a documented disability are eligible for this program and must be referred through the Coalition to End Homelessness. 
Housing Referral Process for chronically homeless individuals
Referrals are handled through the Coalition to End Homelessness. Please call (505) 772-0547 (Santa Fe) or (505) 217-9570 (Albuquerque) to take the Coordinated Entry Assessment over the phone. 
How long does permanent supportive housing last?
 Permanent Supportive Housing has no expiration for those who receive this voucher. ​
How do i obtain proof of chronic homelessness?
Proof of Chronic Homelessness includes length of time homeless. (One complete year Chronic Homelessness proven, or four separate occasions within the past three years that are equal to one full year, with Written documentation as well as a documented permanent disability that seriously impairs one’s ability to work full time.)
How are referrals prioritized?
Prioritization is based on Vulnerability Index. Learn more about the vulnerability assessment tool used in New Mexico here: pehgc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/VI-SPDAT-v2.01-Single-US-Fillable.pdf
Abq coordinated resource guide
Please click to find a list of resources at this link: https://abqcrg.org
Other options for rental assistance and homless services
- HelpNM
- PNM Assistance 
1217 First Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87102 
Monday-Thursday
Starting at 7:00 am, walk-ins only and they take the first 5 people. First come, first served. 5608 Zuni Rd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108. Tel 505 262-2481
Enroll in their homeless outreach program to receive a cadre of services PLUS the coordinated entry assessment. 1201 3rd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Tel (505) 843-9405
  • Shelters:
Joy Junction
                    4500 2nd Street SW Albuquerque, NM 87105
Westside Emergency Housing Center
                   7440 Jim McDowell NW

Other Housing Programs
The mission of Catholic Charities is to put faith in action to improve the lives of those in need. We provide services to promote self-sufficiency, strengthen families, fight poverty, and build community. As the local 501(c)(3) affiliate of Catholic Charities USA, we remain dedicated to finding solutions to some of the most pressing social challenges individuals, children and families face regardless of race, religion, color, country of origin, disabilities, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

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