DHS Selects Providers for New Homeless Assistance Program

DHS Selects Providers for New Homeless Assistance ProgramThe Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded grants for a new program designed to help families and pregnant people experiencing homelessness. Using funds from the Children’s Health Insurance Program Housing Support Initiative, selected homeless assistance providers will offer a set of supportive housing services, including housing consultation, transition supports, sustaining supports, and relocation supports. Wisconsin is the first state to implement this type of housing…

Elizabeth.Goodsitt

May 19, 2023

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