Inspirica Inc

Homeless programs - emergency shelter/transitional housing and support for families and single women our family housing emergency shelter provides critical housing to 45 families with children up to 18 years of age for up to two months. Our approach to addressing the growing housing needs of unhoused families is not just to provide housing, but also the tools they need to break the cycle of homelessness. We support adults through our residential services by providing a home and with our support services that address the underlying reasons that may have caused them to become unhoused.participants live in a suite environment with: - private family bedrooms - shared bathrooms - shared kitchens - common tv/dining roomour comprehensive support services include - case management - education, employment & financial empowerment - vocational training - job placement - housing placement - job & housing retention support - children's services - early childhood & parenting programemergency shelter for women:the home of inspirica's emergency shelter for women is the only one of its kind in the area. The shelter houses 25 single women for up to two months and provides them with emergency housing and support services, such as:- vocational training- job placement- case management- available at our franklin commons main campus- participants live in a boarding house structure with:- shared bedrooms- shared bathrooms- common tv/computer room- residents receive breakfast and dinner through our meal program, often courtesy of our volunteers.

Mental illness programs - outreach, jail diversion and transitional housing & support services for individuals with mental illnessinspirica served individuals in outreach, jail diversion, and transitional housing. All individuals suffered from persistent, serious mental illness. The outreach program provides retention support for people who are living in their own community but need some form of support services. The jail diversion program provides an alternative for people alleged to have committed non-violent crimes as their cases move through the legal system. The transitional housing program provides housing and support services to people who have been discharged from mental health institutions or group homes, but are not yet able to live independently. In addition to receiving housing, all participants in the above programs received the same comprehensive, integrated services listed above.

Education, employment, and financial empowerment program (eefe):at inspirica, we empower people by equipping them with the skills, resources, and support needed to thrive in their careers, education, and financial lives. Inspirica provides holistic support to guide people towards personal growth and long-term success.educational opportunities:our l.i.f.e project is a comprehensive three-week program designed to equip individuals with essential life skills, financial literacy, and educational knowledge. It empowers participants to enhance personal growth, improve job readiness, and learn about housing and government programs.employment services:we offer personalized guidance in crafting effective resumes and excelling in interviews, along with logistical planning to assist with interview attire and transportation. We also provide strategies and resources to help clients advance their earning potential, ensuring they are well-equipped to achieve career growth and success.government benefits assistance (connecticut government programs):we facilitate our clients' applications for vital programs such as food stamps, cash assistance, medicaid, unemployment, ssi, and ssdi.financial management training:inspirica helps clients manage their finances effectively by creating tailored expense sheets and budgets. We also provide strategies for rebuilding credit health and empower clients to make informed and beneficial financial decisions, laying the groundwork for long-term financial stability.vocational training:we also offer vocational training to help individuals acquire in-demand skills. We provide support for enrolling in vocational courses such as certified nursing assistant (cna), phlebotomy, and security guard certification, empowering individuals to enter the workforce and achieve financial stability.