PDS Supportive Housing (GRH) & Hennepin County – Family Tenancy Support Services

Housing Support Services
PDS partners with Hennepin County to provide Housing Support Services for individuals experiencing long-term homelessness.

We offer two different housing options:

• Housing With Services – Independent (HWS-I)

• Long-Term Homelessness (LTH)

Our Housing Case Managers help people with disabilities live independently in the community.

Eligibility is determined by the County Coordinated Entry Program.

Housing Support may cover:

• Rent and utilities

• Food and housekeeping

• Bed, bedding, and linens

• Laundry and cleaning supplies

• Clothing storage

Additional services may include:

• Help keeping your housing

• Support with daily living and social skills

• Job support

• Health-related services

To get started, contact the PDS Housing Coordinator or Hennepin County’s Coordinated Entry to see if you’re eligible for the program.

Family Navigation (Family Tenancy Support Services)
Provider: PDS

Program Overview
Family Navigation helps families transition from homelessness into permanent supportive housing. Referred through Hennepin County’s Coordinated Entry System (CES), the program supports families with the highest needs.

Families are matched to one of five housing options:

• Minnehaha Townhomes

• Family Expansion

• Hook & Ladder

• Stable Homes

• Emergency Housing Vouchers

Who We Serve
This program is for families who:

• Have at least one minor child

• Are staying in emergency shelter, domestic violence shelter, or unsheltered in Hennepin County

• Have at least one adult with a disabling condition

• Have been referred by CES for permanent supportive housing

Services Provided

Phase I: Intake & Assessment (1–3 months)

• Weekly in-person meetings

• Help gathering documents for housing

• Background check assistance

• Support with payment plans for past landlords

• Goal setting for housing, work, health, and family

• Help applying for expungement, if needed

Phase II: Transitional Support (2–6 months)

• Weekly contact and 2–3 in-person visits per month

• Education on tenant rights and shared housing

• Lease review and negotiation support

• Move-in cost and furnishing assistance

• Help with utility setup and address changes

• Create a housing stability plan

Phase III: Long-Term Support (6+ months)

• Monthly in-person support

• Referrals for therapy, mental health, and family services

• Help with housing paperwork and recertifications

• Ongoing support to stay housed and manage crises