Trillium Help with Housing Needs

Finding a Place to Call Home

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Housing is more than having a roof over your head

A safe, stable home is an important part of your health, independence, and well-being. But finding a place to live can be hard, especially for people with serious health conditions or who have limitations in working a full-time job. 

A person with an intellectual or developmental disability may need a home that is affordable, accessible, and has the right supports nearby. Someone living with a mental health or substance use disorder may face challenges such as limited income, past evictions, or difficulty finding housing that meets their needs. Without stable housing, it can be harder to get to appointments, take medicine, get enough sleep, and stay connected to care. 
 

Help Finding Housing

Trillium helps our members to support their health, independent living, and recovery goals. If you are worried about housing, we are here for you. While Trillium does not directly offer housing to members, we can get you in touch with resources and people who can help. 

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Every person's needs are different. Your care team can help you look for resources based on your situation. Trillium can help you:

  • Find affordable or supportive housing.
  • Apply for housing.
  • Get help if you are at risk of eviction.
  • Find a shelter or other safe place to stay.
  • Get help with food, transportation, and other basic needs.
  • Find services that can help you live more independently.

Trillium’s Housing staff works with state and local agencies and community groups, such as Public Housing Authorities, property owners and managers, Continuums of Care, shelters for people experiencing homelessness, schools, local governments, and Community Action Agencies.

Trillium works through these programs: 

Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH)


This is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC)-funded program that provides rental assistance and supportive services to people with disabilities who are experiencing homelessness. Trillium works specifically with people who have serious mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Rapid Rehousing Program (RRP)


This is a HUD-CoC-funded program for short-term help for people experiencing homelessness.

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This is a housing program that has state and local partners. It offers financial assistance and other housing services with a focus on rural areas.

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It starts with asking for help

Imagine you are having trouble paying your rent. You worry you may have to leave your home, but you don't know where to turn.

If you are a Trillium member who works with a care manager or care team, you can tell them about your housing needs. Your care team can help you find what is available in your community and get you connected with agencies that may be able to help. 

Don’t wait until you lose your home to ask for help. Reaching out early may give you more options. It can also ease your worries sooner, which is better for your mental health.

Housing support can be part of your care

Your home is an important part of your health. That's why it is important to tell your care team about housing concerns.
For example, you may need help finding a home that meets your physical or other needs. You may need support to stay in the home you already have. Or you may need help finding food, transportation, or other services that can help you keep your housing.

Talking about these needs with your care team can help them better understand what is important to you.

You don't have to figure it out alone

Worrying about where you will live can be stressful. You may not know where to start, who to call, or whether help is available. It is okay to ask for help. If you are unsure of what to do, start by calling your care manager or Trillium’s Member & Recipient Services at  1-877-685-2415.

Trillium’s Member and Recipient Services team may ask you some questions to see if you qualify for certain programs and to determine where you might be directed for assistance. 

They may ask you questions about:

  • If you are enrolled in Tailored Care Management.
  • Your physical and behavioral health conditions.
  • If you want to live independently, with your family, or with roommates.
  • Which county you live in.
  • The type of insurance you have (for example, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, or none).
  • Your current living situation.

A hand with a key on a house key chain We may direct you to resources such as NC 211, your county’s Department of Social Services, The Salvation Army, or your local Housing Authority.

Your care manager should be involved, too. Start by telling them about your situation. They can listen, help you understand your options, and connect you with community resources.

Finding the right support may take time, but you don't have to take the next step alone. When you reach out, you are taking an important step toward finding the support you need to feel safe, supported, and more secure in your home.

Housing Resources

  • HUD North Carolina: Read more about homelessness, rent relief and eviction resources, or speak to a housing counselor.
  • NC Balance of State Continuum of Care: This organization coordinates housing and homeless services across 79 of North Carolina's 100 counties through the North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness.

Disclaimer:

This blog is for educational purposes only. Please speak to your doctor about any health concerns.

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