Transitional Housing
The Boys Republic Transitional Housing Program is designed to give young adults an opportunity to learn how to live on their own and become responsible members of the community. As a member of the program, you must agree to the following rules.
For: Adults ages 18-21 who have typically completed Boys Republic’s Independent Living Program (ILP), and are willing to abide by apartment guidelines.
Purpose: To provide an opportunity for Boys Republic graduates to live in a subsidized apartment setting while practically applying life skills, gaining job experience and completing a vocational training program.
Components:
- 6-18 months
- Furnished apartment
- Safe living accommodation for homeless youth
- Opportunity to practice work habits, learn job skills and gain experience
- Place to reside while using life skills taught in ILP with real life consequences
- Chance to practice money management; must pay security deposit, *rent, utilities, phone, food, transportation and all other personal bills
- Provides assistance locating vocational programs and support throughout their completion.
- Responsibility to maintain interior and exterior of apartment
- Weekly meeting with staff to discuss transition plan and apartment guidelines
- Monthly resident meetings to work out any roommate concerns
- Monthly community service
Apartments also provide a temporary respite for BR graduates who have been living on their own and due to loss of employment, living arrangement or transportation and need short-term assistance.
*The amount paid for rent will be returned to youth upon leaving the apartment to subsidize the next living arrangement.
