Homeless Prevention Program
About the Homeless Prevention Program
The Homeless Prevention Program’s team is committed to making homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring in every community across out Northwest Michigan regions. We service the areas of Wexford, Missaukee, Manistee, Charlevoix, Emmet, Leelanau, Grand Traverse, Benzie, Antrim and Kalkaska counties.
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, please call us or email.
Support When You Need It
End Homelessness Today in Northwest Michigan
NMCAA is committed to supporting and uplifting our community members. If someone you know or you are experiencing homelessness you are not alone. Please reach out to us for support and resources. Start your path toward stability and security today by giving us a call.
A Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency Goal
Fighting to End Homelessness in Northwest Michigan
Our Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) combats homelessness across our region through a range of essential programs. To provide the best support for our 10 county region we work through:
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
- Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (DDHS)
Additionally, our Veterans Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program serves 23 counties. Furthermore, we collaborate with numerous community organizations dedicated towards addressing housing challenges and working towards ending homelessness in Northwest Michigan.
Together We Make a Difference
Partnering to make Change
Our Homelessness Prevention Programs are dedicated to ensuring that youth, adults and veterans who are facing housing crises or homelessness have access to affordable and safe housing. This is why NMCAA is a proud member of:
How We can Help
Community Action in Action
Our Homeless Prevention services offer centralized intake, housing assessments, and comprehensive support for families and individuals experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Through grant funding from various State and Federal sources, NMCAA is able to provide a tailored range of assistance, which include:
- Referrals to community agencies and resources
- Financial and budget counseling
- Targeted supported services
- Legal aid and services
- Eviction mediation (tenant/landlord)
- Case management services
- Landlord incentive payments
- Housing navigation, search and placement
- Moving costs
- Rental application fees
- Security Deposits
- Financial and rental assistance
The Homeless Prevention Programs serves a broad area, with specific programs in:
23 counties: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Missaukee, Montmorency, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, and Wexford.
We adhere to a Housing First approach. This allows us to prioritize immediate access to stable housing and provide support needed to maintain it.
Client Testimonial
A person lost his housing due to personal conflict and ended up homeless in Grand Traverse County. With limited financial resources and a lack of housing opportunities, he found himself camping in the woods and eventually staying at the Goodwill Inn. While working with an outreach worker, he was able to find stable employment and began saving money.
After months of staying in a shelter, he was slated for a housing program with NMCAA called Rapid Re-Housing. He was able to locate housing in Mancelona, MI and in less than a month of being housed, he had enough money to buy a car and become self-sufficient. He created a plan with his case manager to work toward paying 100% of his rent and plans to exit the program within the next 6 months. Our client stated that “Support from Goodwill and NMCAA has put me on a successful path, and I am so grateful for the opportunity. I am looking forward to what my future has in store for me.“
Client Testimonial
A person lost his housing due to personal conflict and ended up homeless in Grand Traverse County. With limited financial resources and a lack of housing opportunities, he found himself camping in the woods and eventually staying at the Goodwill Inn. While working with an outreach worker, he was able to find stable employment and began saving money.
After months of staying in shelter, he was slotted for housing program with NMCAA called Rapid Re-Housing. He was able to locate housing in Mancelona, MI. Less than a month of housing, he had enough money to buy a car and become self-sufficient. He has created a plan with his case manager to work towards paying 100% of his rent and plans to exit the program within the next 6 months. Client states, “Support from Goodwill and NMCAA has put me on a successful path, and I am so grateful for the opportunity. I am looking forward to what my future has in store for me.“
Homeless Prevention Program
NMCAA is committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in every community across our service region.
Homeless Prevention Program
NMCAA is committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in every community across our service region.
