Create Personalized Plan

Creating a Personalized Plan

At the heart of our Journey Home program is a commitment to helping families craft a plan tailored to their unique needs and goals. Even before officially joining our program, we collaborate with families to explore the many factors influencing their housing situation. Together, we design a plan rooted in the SMART methodology — a Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound framework — that guides families toward housing stability and financial independence.

A Step-by-Step Journey

  1. Initial Planning Phase:
    Before families enter our program, we assess their circumstances to identify challenges and opportunities. This initial collaboration lays the groundwork for a personalized roadmap that addresses immediate needs and sets achievable milestones.
  2. Transitional Housing Program:
    During the 16-week transitional housing phase, families live rent-free and utility-free, allowing them to focus on saving and developing critical life skills. A detailed budget becomes a key component of their plan during this period. Together, we design a financial strategy that prioritizes significant savings, helping families prepare for self-sufficient housing after the program.
  3. Graduation to Self-Sustained Housing:
    Upon completing the transitional housing program, families move into independent living situations with the support of their customized plan. This next phase includes a focus on managing new housing costs while maintaining a savings habit. The plan evolves to reflect the family’s progress and goals, such as increasing their income, improving employability, or working toward homeownership.
  4. Graduate Program:
    The graduate program builds on the foundation established during the transitional phase, offering continued guidance and resources for long-term financial stability. Families work to refine their budgeting, explore pathways to higher wages, and develop strategies for achieving significant milestones like homeownership. Regular evaluations ensure their plan stays aligned with their evolving aspirations.

Holistic Support Areas

Our extended program provides support in key areas, including:
  • Financial literacy and advanced budgeting strategies
  • Career development and wage growth
  • Access to affordable housing opportunities
  • Guidance on debt management and credit improvement
  • Pathways to homeownership
By creating a personalized plan and providing comprehensive support, we empower families to build a stable, independent future and achieve their dreams.