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YOUTH HOUSING CRISIS HOTLINE: 877-833-3689

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YOUTH HOUSING CRISIS HOTLINE: 877-833-3689

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Gateway Youth Housing Services

Rapid Rehousing for ages 18-24

About

  • Housing units are located in Ingham County. Can be shared with other youth for affordability.
  • Financial assistance may be available to assist with application fees, security deposits, moving costs, and utility deposits
  • Rental assistance for up to 24-36 months (combined with amount of time spent in Crisis or Transitional Housing)
  • Case Management is focused on helping youth maintain a lease at fair market rent or secure non-time limited housing
  • CFC may co-sign leases as needed to get started. Youth are responsible for understanding and abiding by all lease requirements.
  • Rent Expectations: Youth is required to meet with their case manager a minimum of monthly to review their monthly income and pay 30% toward their rent and utility expenses.
  • Youth will work with their case manager to increase income and manage monthly expenses with the goal of taking over the lease or starting a new lease on their own.