Our goal for our guests is Success. Giving them an arbitrary time limit to reach that goal would almost certainly result in a return to homelessness. The road to independence is very rarely a straight line, so it is vital that our guests have TIS’ safety net and support to help them navigate any rough patches they may encounter.
Guests generally stay in our shelters anywhere from a few months to a year, and in the transitional housing portion of our program up to two years. Even after they take over all apartment expenses, they are still monitored for six months to a year to ensure they are able to sustain their monthly expenses for the long term.
As long as guests are making every effort to work their plans, we in turn make every effort to provide support for as long as they need to be able to step out on their own.
To learn more about our S4 Program (Shelter, Stability, Support, Success), visit our About Us page HERE!