Funds can be used for first month's rent, security deposit, or eviction prevention. Two programs are available for transitional housing in Thurston County. Participants pay 30 percent of their income for rent and 10 percent into a savings account maintained by the Housing Authority. Participants are required to attend monthly educational workshops and participate in case management services. Eligibility requirements are similar to the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance programs.
Participants locate their own housing that meets program criteria.
Picture Participants pay 30 percent of their income for rent, and work with case managers to develop a housing stability plan. This plan focuses on addressing the issues that lead to homelessness and to develop financial self-sufficiency. The Housing Authority owns six multi-family housing sites in the Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater area. These properties provide affordable housing that is non-subsidized. With one exception, these properties are managed by private management companies.