United Way Of Delaware County Inc

Federal emergency rental assistance program (erap) administration. We have been administering the federal money allocated to delaware county. During fye 6.30.24, we provided rent and utility assistance to 365 households. Temporary navigators provide case management and utilize the available funding to keep families and individuals adversely affected by covid in their homes with their utilities turned on. The total amount designated for delaware county was $5.9 million for era 1 and $4.7 million for era 2, with an allowable 10% to be utilized to cover the administrative costs.

United way of delaware county's young adult transitional living program provides housing and support services for young adults experiencing housing insecurity. Qualifying individuals 18-24 years old may occupy one of the five private bedrooms in the space, nicknamed treehouse, through partner agency referrals. Treehouse respects the rights and dignity of the participants it serves. Participants are supported and cared for while being given the autonomy to make their own decisions. The program is resident-driven and staff guided.