Support and Services
Family Promise of Lee County provides a network of resources designed to help local families avoid homelessness, find safe housing, and maintain a stable future for their children and home.
Prevention and Diversion
Our team steps in when loss of housing is imminent to prevent the trauma of displacement. We focus on keeping families together and safe through the following comprehensive support efforts:
- Comprehensive case management
- Direct rental and deposit aid
- Help with utility costs
- Professional landlord mediation
- Housing search help
- Access to transportation assistance
Avoiding the shelter system is beneficial for both the family and the community. If a family has already been displaced, we explore immediate alternatives to emergency shelter including:
- Arrears payments and deposits
- Landlord negotiation services
- Housing placement assistance
- Strengths-based family solution planning
Shelter
The emergency shelter initiative offers safe, short-term housing for families while they focus on rebuilding their independence. Through the use of vital community assets, we deliver warm meals, dedicated case management, and diverse support resources. Our current shelter strategy is focused on the following effective operational model:
- Utilization of site-based facilities that offer central housing for all.
Stabilization
Extended support ensures families remain securely housed after leaving our care. These initiatives offer the guidance needed to prevent future housing instability and include several tracks:
- Renter education
- Path to home ownership
- Financial management
- Learning opportunities
- Career development
- Tech access
- Wellness support
Housing
To combat the local shortage of affordable living spaces, we apply a dual strategy to secure homes for every family.
We work to make current properties attainable through rental subsidy programs, local initiatives, and active policy advocacy for families.
We increase local housing options by renovating and adapting existing buildings into liveable space.
Community Outreach
Beyond our core crisis intervention programs, we mobilize local volunteers and partners to provide various essential community goods:
- Food Pantry Referrals: Essential nutritional help for those in Lee County.
- Clothing Closet Referrals: Professional and casual wear for all family members.
- Furniture Gifts: Essential household items for a new beginning.
- Diaper Bank Services: Necessary baby supplies for our program participants.
- Drop-in Center Referrals: Welcoming spaces for resource access.
- Seasonal Gift Programs: Promoting holiday cheer through local community giving.