For many Shelter of Flint clients, reaching the goal of permanent housing, long-term employment and personal/family strength and independence can be accomplished within the 30 day emergency shelter program and maintained through case management and home visits. However, for some, life and personal circumstances make establishing their own home an extremely difficult task. They may need assistance developing critical life skills, maintaining employment or educational opportunities, or even recognizing their own self-worth and dignity.

Shelter of Flint's Transitional Housing program allows these clients to work on such goals over a long-term stay. The agency owns houses and an apartment complex available to clients as safe, affordable housing opportunities. This permits clients a significant level of independence while ensuring that their housing and life stabilization needs are effectively met. Clients are provided with case management, access to workshops and the pre-GED lab and employability development during this 24-month period. We also provide residents with access to other programs and services in the community that may assist in breaking down the barriers to permanent stability.