WHAT IS THE HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION SYSTEM?
The Homelessness Prevention System (HPS) program provides financial assistance (e.g. rent, deposit, or utilities payment) to low-income families or individuals who are struggling to maintain their housing.
HPS TEAM
Vy Pham
Ivy Vuong
MyLinh Ha-Do
Kit Nguyen
Nathan Tran
WHO WE SERVE
HPS is available to:
Low-income (80% of Area Median Income) households
Households in Santa Clara County who are at imminent risk of losing their housing
Can’t pay upcoming rent
Received an eviction notice
Unsafe to remain in current housing
Must leave current housing for other reasons
A pre-screening interview and questionnaire are used to determine eligibility
WHAT WE DO
The Homelessness Prevention System (HPS) program provides financial assistance (e.g. rent, deposit, or utilities payment) to low-income families or individuals who are struggling to maintain their housing.
WHY IT MATTERS
This system plays a vital role in preventing homelessness by addressing the financial barriers that often lead to housing instability. By providing timely assistance, it helps families and individuals avoid the devastating consequences of homelessness, such as loss of employment, disruption of education, and negative health outcomes.