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This training is made possible by the Maryland Partnership for AffordableHousing with funding from the Maryland Department of Health and MentalHygiene Money Follows the Person program.Money Follows the PersonDepartment of Health and Mental HygieneDepartment of Housing and Community DevelopmentMaryland Department of Disabilities

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Oct. 2011 - CMS Real Choice Systems Change grant 16 states applied - 6 grants were awarded (MD, IN, TX, WI, OR, MI) Purpose - Develop infrastructure to implement a new rental assistance program -HUD 811Project Rental Assistance Demonstration Program (PRA)July 2012 – DHCD in partnership with DHMH and MDOD appliedfor HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance funding 32 states appliedFebruary 2013 – Received notice of grant award - 11 million 13 grants awarded (CA, DE, GA, IL, LA, MA, MD, MN, MT, NC, PA, TX,WA)July 2014 – signed Cooperative Agreement with HUD enablingMD to implement the program 5

HUD &CMSHUD and CMSform partnershipSec 811 PRA MDOD manages web-basedeligibility system and tenantselection & referral; tracksunit availabilityMPAHDHCDDevelopers rs/CaseManagers/CILsHousing Developers andProperty Managers partner withCase Managers/CILs forcontinued assistance DHCD reaches out todevelopers and funds units;pays rent subsidies; ensureshousing quality standards;ensures HUD programcompliance DHMH (with associated CaseManagers) and CILs enrollapplicants, make servicesavailable, assist withtransition and manage tenantissues

New funding for ongoing rental assistanceCase managers/CILs are central to successQuality, affordable housing for people withdisabilities at extremely low incomeIntegrated units – no more than 25% forpeople with disabilities in any developmentQuality housing units in vibrant communitiesnear transportation and services

Goal 150 permanent supportive housing unitsProgram Type Project–based rental assistance Located in multi-family housing developed with affordable housing development funds Integrated – no more than 25% of units designated for people with disabilitiesEligible Applicants Age 18 to under age 62 at time of leasing Disabled as defined by HUD Medicaid recipients Eligible for long-term supports and services Income at or below 30% Area Median Income (AMI) – includes SSI level incomeRent Contribution 30% of income for rent and utilities combined

Non-elderly adults between 18 and 62 years of ageDisabled as defined by HUDIncome at or below 30% AMIEligible for LTSS through Medicaid or other state fundedprogram

Prioritized in this order:1.Institutionalized: nursing facility, ICF/ID, state psychiatric hospitalor hospital where assistance is available under Medicaid2.At risk of institutionalization due to current housing situation:i.e. change in health status, change in available supports,deplorable housing conditions3.Moving to independent renting: DDA Community Pathwayswaiver GH & ALU, Brain Injury waiver ALU, MHA ResidentialRehabilitation Program4.Homeless (as defined by HEARTH Act) in this order:Actually homelessImminent risk of homelessnessHomeless under other Federal statutes (i.e. unaccompaniedyouth/families w/ youth)Fleeing domestic violence

For the 811 PRA program, the following definition is used:Persons with Disabilities shall have the same meaning as defined under 42 U.S.C. § 8013(k)(2) and shall alsoinclude the following, as found in 24 CFR § 891.305:A person who has a developmental disability, as defined in section 102(7) of the Developmental DisabilitiesAssistance and Bill of Rights Act (42 U.S.C. 6001(5)), i.e., if he or she has a severe chronic disability which:(i) Is attributable to a mental or physical impairment or combination of mental and physical impairments;(ii) Is manifested before the person attains age twenty-two;(iii) Is likely to continue indefinitely;(iv) Results in substantial functional limitation in three or more of the following areas of major life activity:(a) Self-care;(b) Receptive and expressive language; 24 form HUD-92305-PRA (03/2014)(c) Learning;(d) Mobility;(e) Self-direction;(f) Capacity for independent living;(g) Economic self-sufficiency; and(h) Reflects the person's need for a combination and sequence of special, interdisciplinary, or generic care,treatment, or other services which are of lifelong or extended duration and are individually planned andcoordinated; orA person with a chronic mental illness, i.e., a severe and persistent mental or emotional impairment thatseriously limits his or her ability to live independently, and which impairment could be improved by more suitablehousing conditions; orA person infected with the human acquired immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and a person who suffers fromalcoholism or drug addiction, provided they meet the definition of "person with disabilities” in 42 U.S.C. §8013(k)(2).A person whose sole impairment is a diagnosis of HIV positive or alcoholism or drug addiction (i.e., does not meetthe qualifying criteria in section 811 (42 U.S.C. § 8013(k)(2)) will not be eligible for occupancy in an Assisted Unit.

3 DHMHMedicaidWaiversCommunityOptions –adults withdisabilitiesBrainInjury –adultswith TBICommunityPathways –adults withdevelopmental disabilityMedicaidState PlanServicesCFCMAPCDDA endantCareProgram

JurisdictionBaltimoreMetro AreaWashington, D.C.Metro Area11-PersonHousehold2-PersonHouseholdArea MedianIncome (AMI)IncomeLimit30%IncomeLimit30% 85,600 18,000 20,600 107,300 22,550 25,800

Locations:Baltimore MSA*Anne Arundel County Baltimore CityBaltimore CountyCarroll CountyHarford CountyHoward CountyQueen Anne’s CountyWashington MSA* Calvert CountyCharles CountyFrederick CountyMontgomery CountyPrince George’s County*MSA – Metropolitan Statistical Area

Anne Arundel County 8 units at Berger Square in Odenton Baltimore County 11 units at Hopewell Point in Dundalk Frederick City 11 units at Sinclair Way in downtown Frederick Harford County 13 units at Riverwoods at Tollgate Prince George’s County 15 units at Bladensburg Commons in Bladensburg

Case Management and the811 Project Rental AssistanceProgramMartha EganThe Coordinating Center

Who is the casemanager in yoursystem?Supports PlannerResource CoordinatorIndependent LivingSpecialistHousing CoordinatorBehavioral HealthTargeted CaseManagersInstitution-BasedSocial WorkerRRP Case Managers

811 PRA CaseManagementPerson-CenteredStrength and AssetBasedVoluntary sive Engagement Developing a Trusting Relationship Resource Connection Goal Setting Pro-Active Intervention

811 PRA CaseManagementKnowledge andExperience: Navigating complexhealth and housingsystems Communicating withmultiple persons fromfamily members tohealth and housingproviders Establishing effectivepartnerships Advocacy andnegotiation

811 PRA CaseManagementWhat is 811 PRAprogram access?What is 811 PRAprogram retention?ACCESS RETENTION Outreach and Education Referral to 811 PRA Program Waitlist Period Lease/Move-InOn-Going Case ManagementEfforts/Retention

INFORMED CHOICE Talk about 811 PRA when discussing communityliving opportunities Talk about planning for independent rentingduring person-centered planning process Refer to Tenant Training manual for ideas aboutcommunity options

Core Case ManagementPractices for Accessingthe 811 PRA Program Conducting a Person-Centered HousingAssessment Acquiring H0usingDocumentation Identifying andovercoming Challengesto Accessing the 811PRA Program Using ReasonableAccommodations forEligibility Purposes Completing 811 PRADevelopment EligibilityPacketsPROGRAM ACCESS

Conducting a PersonCentered HousingAssessment Faceto Face Interview Person-centeredconversation toidentify: Strengths Assets Preferences Needs Challenges Education/InformedChoice about 811 PRAand other housingoptions Develop strategies tohelp a person accessthe 811 PRA program

Conducting a PersonCentered HousingAssessmentConsent to ReleaseHousing Information

How to ObtainHousing Documents Income and AssetVerificationoSSI/SSDIoProof ofPension/VAbenefitoRecentbank/savingsaccount statement Proof ofCitizenship/AgeoBirth CertificateoPassport Proof of IdentificationoDrivers LicenseoMaryland StateID Social Security Card

How to OvercomeChallenges to Accessingthe 811 PRA Program Credit Criminal Personal Rental HistoryCase managers needto identify anychallenges a personmay have toaccessing the 811PRA Program assoon as a personexpresses interest inapplying for theprogram.

How to OvercomeCredit IssuesCredit is one of theprimary factors thatproperty managers willapply screening criteriafor when consideringwhether or not toaccept an applicant.CASE MANAGERSSHOULD IDENTIFYCREDIT ISSUES ASSOON AS A PERSONEXPRESSES INTERESTIN APPLYING FOR THE811 PRA PROGRAMACTION STEPSStep 1: Help a person to obtain a free copy of his/hercredit reportStep 2: Help a person understand credit informationStep 3: Help a person to determine if legal assistance isneededStep 4: Help a person understand what types of creditissues may impact ability to be approved for housingStep 5: Help a person to set up a payment planStep 6: Help a person identify community fundingresources to assist with paying outstanding debtStep 7: Help a person to contact a previous landlord orcreditor to negotiate a waiver or reduction in paymentStep 8: Determine if a person’s disability or medicalsetback had a relationship to a person’s ability tomaintain timely payments

How to OvercomeCriminal BackgroundIssuesCase managers should befamiliar with: How to assist a personreview a criminal record How to assist a personexpunge a criminal record How to assist a personsubmit a reasonableaccommodationCASE MANAGERSSHOULD IDENTIFYCRIMINAL HISTORYISSUES AS SOON AS APERSON EXPRESSESINTEREST IN APPLYINGFOR THE 811 PRAPROGRAMAction StepsStep 1: Develop a trusting relationshipStep 2: Help a person to explore past activities in his/herbackground that may impact ability to obtain housingStep 3: Verify that information disclosed on MarylandJudiciary Info System is correct/accurateStep 4: Help a person to remove open warrants and toseek legal counsel if necessaryStep 5: Help a person to understand rules/policies re:criminal activity impacting housingStep 6: Help a person to determine if a change inhealth/medical situation influenced behaviorStep 7: Help a person demonstrate commitment toacceptance of rehab or other supports/servicesStep 8: Help a person connect to community resources

How to OvercomePersonal RentalHistory IssuesCase managers shouldbe familiar with: How to reviewrental history How to presentextenuatingcircumstancesCASE MANAGERSSHOULD IDENTIFYPERSONAL RENTALHISTORY ISSUES ASSOON AS A PERSONEXPRESSES INTERESTIN APPLYING FOR THE811 PRA PROGRAMAction StepsStep 1: Identify past challenges to rental history Eviction record? Trouble paying rent on time? Difficulty getting along with neighbors? Ability to maintain a safe living environment? Ability to understand tenant obligations?Step 2: Help a person determine if a change in a person’shealth/medical/disability situation impacted tenancyStep 3: Help a person to write a “story” or explanation ofcircumstancesStep 4: Help a person to realize strengths and assetsStep 5: Help a person reach out to previous landlord toobtain a positive referenceStep 6: Help a person to connect to communitysupports/services to overcome current/future challengesto rental history

How to UseReasonableAccommodationsA ReasonableAccommodation is achange, exception, oradjustment to a rule,policy, practice, orservice that may benecessary for a personwith a disability to havean equal opportunity touse and enjoy adwelling.

How to CompleteEligibility PacketsCase managers will beresponsible for assisting811 PRA applicantscomplete an EligibilityPacket.Eligibility Packets: Rental Application Income/Asset Form (s) Release of Info Form (s) Federal/State Form (s) Housing DocumentsoVerification ofIncome/AssetsoSocial SecurityCardoBirth CertificateoGovt-issued IDCompleteTimelyAccurateHonest

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionCase managers areresponsible forunderstanding how tosupport a personparticipating in the 811PRA program toachieve and maintainhousingstability/retentionPROGRAM RETENTION How to be a Good Tenant How to Facilitate Good HousingRelationships Understanding Basic Confidentiality Using Reasonable Accommodations Requesting Reasonable Modifications How to Develop a Housing Backup Plan How to Exit a Housing Program

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionFirst Thirty to Sixty Days of ibilitiesUnderstanding aTenant’ Right toPrivacyFacilitatingRelationshipsPaying Rent on TimeMaintaining UnitPositive Relationships withNeighborsRespecting Lease Obligations

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionEstablish a RentPayment PlanComplete a HousingBack Up PlanApply for EnergyAssistanceFirst Thirty to Sixty Days of Tenancy

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionSupporting theProperty ManagerRelationship Good Communication Pro-Active Responsive

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionHousing Back Up Plan

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionMonth Two to Six of Tenancy Establish Home VisitProtocols Support Personal SkillDevelopment Facilitate RelationshipDevelopment Link to Community Resources

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionSix Months and Beyond ofTenancyPaying Rent on TimeMaintaining UnitPositive Relationships with NeighborsRespecting Lease Obligations Pro-Active Engagement Intervention Strategies Follow-Up

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionSix Months and Beyondof Tenancy

Core Case ManagementPractices for 811 PRAProgram RetentionMartha EganVice President, Housing andCommunity PlanningThe Coordinating Center8531 Veterans HighwayMillersville, Maryland 21108410-987-1048www.coordinatingcenter.org

“Equal Access and the Law: The Role of CaseManagers in Implementing Fair Housing and Usingthe 811 PRA Outreach Tracking System”

DisabilityNational originSexReligionColorRaceNot allowingan individualor family anequalopportunityto participatein a program,service oractivitybecause of aprotectedcharacteristic42

Refuse to rent to someone ONLY because they have anintellectual disability. Charge someone a higher rent or security deposit because oftheir disability. e.g., when utilities are included, charge aperson who uses a power wheelchair and other equipment ahigher rent. Refuse to allow someone with a disability to use theresidential amenities. e.g., refuse to allow someone withHIV/AIDS to use the pool or laundry facilities. Deny eligibility to a supportive housing program because theapplicant is blind43

Discrimination Basing decisions about a specific individual because ofstereotyped – generally incorrect - beliefs about acharacteristic of the class or group of people Examples People with psychiatric disabilities are violent People who have a history of substance abuse will usedrugs People with HIV/AIDS can infect you by shaking your handLaws try to protect individuals who are at risk of suchstereotyping44

Title VI Fair Housing Act Section 504 of the Rehab Act of 1973 Americans with Disabilities Act

Prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,color, or national origin in all HUD-assistedprograms. Includes HUD-funded grantee or sponsor. Covers all HUD housing programs except forits mortgage insurance and loan guaranteeprograms.

1988 - Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act Prohibits Housing Discrimination against peoplewith disabilities – because of their disability Expanded pre-existing fair housing law (Title VI) toinclude protections for people with disabilities Prohibits discrimination in sale or rental of housing Covers all public and private housing except owneroccupied housing with four or fewer units47

HUD issued its regulations in 1987 People with disabilities in programs andactivities receiving federal funds cannot beexcluded because of their disability Requirements of covered programs and entitiesare more far reaching Cover Section 811 PRA Program but notWeinberg units unless they have other federalfunds48

The ADA passed in 1990 Title II of the ADA extended Section 504 to allactivities of public entities including state and localgovernments Title III prohibits discrimination against people withdisabilities in places of public accommodation:hotels, motels, day care centers, homeless sheltersand others Places of public accommodation include the rentaloffice in housing, community rooms, dining roomand other areas of a residential development thatare rented out or open for use by public49

It is the policy of HUD to administer itshousing programs affirmatively, so as toachieve a condition in which individuals ofsimilar income levels in the same housingmarket area have a like range of housingchoices available to them regardless oftheir race, color, national origin, religion,sex, disability, or familial status.

Affirmative fair housing outreach activities include, butare not limited to Methods of advertising and community outreach that aredesigned to reach eligible persons in the target population(s)who are least likely to apply for the program. "Least likely to apply“ An identifiable presence of eligible persons of a specificdemographic group (i.e., race, color, national origin, religion,sex, disability, or familial status) are in the target population Members of that group are not likely to apply for the housing inthe absence of special outreach efforts.

Make all of your clients aware of these housingprograms Work harder to ensure information iscommunicated effectively to peopleHard to ReachEffective StrategyDeaf or hearing impairedProvide an interpreterBlind or visually impairedProvide information inaccessible format (i.e. Braille)Limited English proficiencyProvide translated documentsCommunication disabilityProvide assistive technology

A change in rules, policies, practices, or servicesthat may be necessary to provide a person with adisability an equal opportunity to obtain housing,and to use and enjoy her home. Provided under the Fair Housing Act, Section 504and the ADA.

Providing applications in Braille, large print, and alternativeformatsProviding assistance to complete the applicationAllowing applications to be dropped off by a friend, familymember, advocate, etc.Allowing applications to be mailed or faxedVisiting the applicant’s home in order to complete an applicationAllowing additional time to submit an applicationAllowing secondary contact person to be listed on the application54

Housing provider may consider the severityof crime, extent of culpability, evidence ofrehabilitation, mitigating circumstancesrelated to disability of family member Provide extra time to gather documentationfor verification and screening purposes55

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For all Section 811 inquiries, please contact:Maryland Department of 649

ducationMoveInLeasingan 811UnitReferralto aitlistPeriodApplicantNotificationof AvailableUnit

MPAH Housing Waitlist Manager:Provides technical assistance to case managers, CIL staff,property managers and owners throughout 811 PRA processesMaintains waitlist, manages preferences and selection processProvides ongoing support

DOBMedicaid numberHousehold sizeCriminal backgroundSex Offender – lifetime registry requirementConviction of methamphetamine production on Federallyassisted propertyWhich County (s) applicant is interested in living in?Obtain all of the required information before logging in topre-screen for eligibility.

Now, let’s work with Cheryl.Cheryl is: 32 years oldSingleReceives SSI at 721 monthlyCurrently living in a nursingfacility Prefers to live in Baltimore orHoward County

www.socialserve.comThis is a secure, online, centralized eligibilityscreening tool to help Case Managers determinewhich housing programs their consumers areeligible for and refer them to the appropriateprogram.

Request a username and password, OR login if you already have aSocialserve.com username. Online: Go to www.socialserve.com/Enter/MD/ Select “Register as a New User” or “Login” By phone: call toll-free: 1-877-496-4954Between 8:30-5:00 EST, Monday – FridayIf all lines are busy, you will be asked to leave your contact information, and someone willreturn your call. You will be asked to complete and return (via fax or email) a user agreementthen given a user id and password to access the system.

Identifyresources forapplicationfees, securitydeposit, movein lRentalHistoryCreate ahousingback-upplan

Owner notifies Social Servesystem & MDOD of unitavailability:- at least 6 months inadvance for new units- Upon notice of turn-overfor occupied units (at least 2months)Property managerapproves applicant(s)within 1 week of receiptof applicationMDOD notifies top 5eligible applicants:- At least 2 months inadvance for new units- Within 1 week of notice ofturn-over or for existingunitMDOD refers top 5interested applicants toproperty manager within 1week of response fromapplicants

Selection ProcessDate and time of applicationPriority statusArea of preference

Cheryl & the referring casemanager are notified byMDOD & receive a leaseapplicationCheryl isselected for aunitCompleted applicationsare forwarded to propertymanagerProperty managerconducts separate leaseapplication review andapproval processconsidering:Credit historyCriminalbackgroundRental history

It is required that 811 PRA programparticipants successfully completeTenant Training within 3 months ofmoving into their unit Case managers should provide portionsof the training during the planningstage and portions following the leasesigning

Case managers are encouraged to explain basic lease provisions to include:Term of the lease: Lease terms for the 811 PRAProgram are 12 months in duration.Monthly rent: Rent payment terms are stated onthe lease including the amount of the tenantmonthly rent and the “contract rent”, the date rentis due, late fees for paying rent after the due date,and how and where rent is to be paid.Utilities and appliances: Lease states whichutilities are supplied by the owner and whichutilities a tenant is responsible for; and whichappliances are supplied by the owner and whichappliances a tenant is responsible for.Notice period for termination of tenancy: Leasestates the notice period for when a tenant mustsubmit in writing that they will not be renewingtheir lease or will be ending their tenancy. THIS IS 2MONTHS FOR PRA

It is critical for successful tenancy that casemanagers have a good understanding of the leasingprocess.Case managers are encouraged to understand and/orexecute the following: Rent payment strategies Pre-lease tenant obligations Conducting a walk-through with the landlord Determining home modification needs and reasonableaccommodations for immediate safety Setting-up utilities Verifying the amount of the security deposit and firstmonth’s rent Renters Insurance

Start with the following questions or concerns: Looking to change your housing situation? Unsuccessful attempts to move in the past Lacking funding, resources and supports Moving is overwhelming Change is hard and the outcome is unknown inthe beginning

The Handbook was designed to guide and educatetenants through the Search and selection of housing that willaccommodate the tenant’s individual needs Understanding the leasing process Budgets and how to make them work Moving in and problem solving Understanding their housing rights andresponsibilities Being a Good Tenant – sustaining tenancy

The tenant manual has been designed toeducate tenants during different phases oftheir housing search processThe following information will be helpful inunderstanding the thinking about moving,planning phase, and understanding the initialsteps to accessing the affordable,independent housing in the community

Breaking down the challenge into smaller tasks Handbook to help people with disabilities move from their current living situation of long term care, nursing home,residential, or group home to independent livingAssistance in choosing a unit and moving inUnderstanding the rental assistance programsEntering into a lease and paying bills (rent)Sustaining tenancy

Basic Housing Needs Making a list of non-negotiable items such as nostairs, elevator building, extra bedroom for live inaide, close to transportation and shopping Wheelchair accessibility – getting in and out of thebuilding and around the unit Parking spot Home modifications – talking through the processwith landlord Pets – checking the policy before move in

Develop a Household Budget Important to follow a budget Income from all sources: Money Coming In Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Veterans Affairs BenefitsChild SupportEmployment Income (job, overtime, bonuses)Regular financial assistance from family/friendIncome from interest on savings, money market, orother sourceOther (e.g., money market account, etc.) TOTAL INCOME

Expenses can occur monthly, quarterly or once a year Car payment/insurance Clothing Debt- credit card payments, loan paymentsFoodGym membershipHealth/Life InsurancepaymentsInternet /cableLaundry Total Expenses Medication, medical supplies, and co-paysPet food and suppliesSavings contributionsTelephoneTransportationUtilities (gas, electric,water)Other

Using the income and expense budgets: Total income from chart A Expenses from chart B Subtract to see how much is available for rent Look to cut expenses so that rent is paid on time - suchas cutting cable and watching free channels Applying for food stamps and other benefits to reducecosts Work with case management to locate other resourcesin the community to lower costs or free services in samecases

Financial assistance to help people with lowincomes afford their rent HUD 811 PRA – focus of presentation today Bridge Subsidy Weinberg Housing Shelter Plus care Public Housing programs Other funded federal, state and local assistance

Tenant pays 30% of their income towardrent which includes utilities (does not coverwater in some jurisdictions)Subsidy is paid directly to the owner,landlord, or property management companyby the agency that administers the fundingRental subsidies can be project based ortenant based

The next section of the handbook offersdetails about living independently in thecommunitySupports and other resources that will beneeded once the person moves inPreparation before the final selections aredetermined will go a long way to making thehousing transition

Supports Planning Worksheet (located in handbook) includes list ofactivities and person/programs for help such as: Using kitchen appliances and cooking mealsBathing or other personalhygienePaying bills/maintainingShopping, carryingpackages, running errandsCleaning house, doinglaundry Managing medications Getting to appointments Transferring fromwheelchair Staying safe in anemergency

Affordable Housing is available in Marylandwith the help from rental subsidies.Eligibility rules will let you know if you canparticipate in the programs Requirements might include an income cap, age,disability, homelessness or other designations Calculating your income will let you know if youmight be eligible

Roommates Friend: someone to share a home with you, shareexpenses, cooking ,cleaning Live-in caregiver: support services allow for a livein caregiver to help with daily living Helper: consider a plan to have helper payreduced rent in exchange for chores or providingyou with supports

Preparing for the apartment visit Dress appropriately for visit/be on time Bring pen and paper to take notes or phone/camera totake pictures of any challenges or accommodations Plan to fill out worksheets for the rental unit visit Note details to individualize the end result Noting possible barriers and changes to be made Help to make the best decision for you

Generally, a property owner cannot ask you if you have a disability unless youare requesting reasonable accommodations, or if having a disability isrequired in order to get the unit because of a special program.A property owner cannot refuse to rent to you because of your disability, orbecause you require support services to live independently.A property owner also may not ask you if you are capable of livingindependently, how severe your disability is, or to see your medical records.A property owner cannot require you to take medication or participate insupport services as a condition of renting to you.A property owner CAN require you to meet all the conditions of tenancy thateveryone else meets, such as paying your rent on time, not disturbing theneighbors, and keeping your apartment clean and in good repair.

Can I afford the rent and does the unit suit my needTenant and caregiver/roommate issuesNeighborhood considerationsFeeling safe in the unitLocation – does it have public transportation, bank, shopping,employment opportunitiesDoes the unit meet my physical needsLocation of utilities, turn-off/fuse box, yard, pets, and other amenitiesAccessibility in kitc

Oct. 2011 - CMS Real Choice Systems Change grant 16 states applied - 6 grants were awarded (MD, IN, TX, WI, OR, MI) Purpose - Develop infrastructure to implement a new rental assistance program - HUD 811Project Rental Assistance Demonstration Program (PRA) July 2012 – DHCD in partnership with DHMH and MDOD applied for HUD 811 Project Rental Assistance funding

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