This program subsidizes rent payments for private units that meet Housing Code criteria an Federal guidelines for the total amount of rent and utility payments. Some apartments are accessible to handicapped and elderly persons. Through Project HOPE , homeless persons, or those about to become homeless, those who live in substandard housing and those suffering from mental illness who may be homeless can obtain help finding housing. Iowa law provides that buildings with six or more housing units must be accessible for people with handicaps. In buildings with twelve or more housing units, one unit must be specifically so designed.
Respite care is available on an emergency basis, if space is available.
Safe shelter is provided to victims of domestic violence and their children. Life Skills also provides a Housing Support Program for low income people who need help locating and maintaining housing. 1700 First Ave. Families should be referred by a social worker at either hospital. A complete listing of human services in the community, the Johnson County Services Directory , is published by the Johnson County Council of Governments.