Jubilee Housing Washington

1640 Columbia Rd. N.w.
Washington, DC 20009

(202)299-1240 Visit Website

Class of Housing/Services: Transitional Housing, Non Profit Organization

General Information:
Jubilee Housing is a faith based non-profit organization founded in 1973 to provide affordable housing and supportive services to economically disadvantaged residents of the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, DC. This is a Non Profit Organization that provides Transitional Housing. Review the details below: Since 1973, Jubilee Housing has fulfilled its mission in the Adams Morgan area of Washington, DC of providing safe, affordable rental housing for people with low to very low-incomes. Jubilee Housing is more than "bricks and mortar" it is a context for people who are living in profound poverty to have the opportunity to rebuild their lives. It is a place where the basic human need for a home is met for those whose income levels have excluded them from most other housing options except living in a shelter, which is certainly not home in any life-giving way. The housing offered by Jubilee enables more than 700 individuals and families to maintain a home in a supportive and caring environment. In addition to providing stable, long-term housing, Jubilee Housing also offers services that encourage its resident's self development, self sufficiency and active participation in all areas of residential, community and civic life. Staff counselors work daily with residents by offering long-term support, crisis intervention, community building and referrals to Jubilee's sister service agencies. Fees may apply for this Transitional Housing resource. Contact Jubilee Housing with the contact information we provided to get full details. Oftentimes you can apply for sliding scale fee payment or other options if you are low income. You will need to speak with them to see if you qualify.

Website: http://www.jubileehousing.org

Helpful Definitions For Jubilee Housing Washington:
Transitional housing is affordable supportive housing designed to provide housing and appropriate support services to persons who are homeless or who are close to homelessness. The transition is to help them be more self sufficient to move towards independent living on their own. Transitional housing locations are oftentimes called Halfway Houses. The naming of the two (Halfway House OR Transitional House) is oftentimes interchangeable.

Many Transitional Housing programs are subsidized and are income based. Income based transitional housing generally charges 30% of your income for rent when you do have income. Contact the transitional housing facility to see if this applies.

Services provided at transitional housing facilities varies from substance abuse treatment, to psychological assistance, job training, domestic violence assistance, etc. The assistance provided varies, but it is generally affordable and low cost housing. Read the descriptions of each of the transitional living locations for more detailed information. Transitional housing facilities also may or may not assist with alcohol and/or drug substance abuse treatment.

If you need assistance call 'Jubilee Housing Washington' directly at: (202)299-1240

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