INDEPENDENT HOUSING
“Their housing and training is a place where I can learn to pay it forward. To do what was done for me!”
LifeHouse Life Skills and Vocational Training partners with a low housing program, primarily consisting of energy efficient (solar) apartments located in Hobbs, New Mexico. The independent housing program serves the homeless, at risk of homelessness, parole and single moms. The Life Skills independent housing programs provides a safe and secure, hands-on opportunity to learn and practice independent living skills into their own stable housing. Individuals in the independent housing program are either in an educational program or employed at least 30 hours per week. They meet with LIFE Skills staff weekly to work on their personal goals andexico. The independent housing program serves the homeless, at risk of homelessness, parolee and single moms with children. also contribute 30% of their income toward a savings account. Practicing day-to-day skills, such as cooking, grocery shopping, budgeting, and household management are crucial components of the Independent Housing Program. Because space is limited, we are only able to accept referrals from a small number of community partners.
Our Independent Housing Specialists meet one-on-one with each person to provide guidance and hands-on learning for crucial daily skills including filling out job applications, making and keeping medical appointments, enrolling in educational programs, connecting with internships, and assisting with Medicaid and SNAP benefits applications. LIFE Skills also partners with multiple other local agencies to provide additional wraparound supports and resources. Working with our collaborative partners and a Independent Housing Specialist offers unique and tailored support, who are then empowered to advocate effectively for themselves as they navigate into independent living.
Our Independent Housing Specialists meet one-on-one with each person to provide guidance and hands-on learning for crucial daily skills including filling out job applications, making and keeping medical appointments, enrolling in educational programs, connecting with internships, and assisting with Medicaid and SNAP benefits applications. LIFE Skills also partners with multiple other local agencies to provide additional wraparound supports and resources. Working with our collaborative partners and a Independent Housing Specialist offers unique and tailored support, who are then empowered to advocate effectively for themselves as they navigate into independent living.