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Introduction to HUD Affordable Housing for Newcomers

Source: Switchboard

This course was designed by Refugee Housing Solutions and Switchboard for resettlement agency staff navigating the housing market for newcomer clients. It covers the types of affordable housing programs offered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and eligibility requirements.

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Learn more about legal requirements and find answers to commonly asked questions about partnering with refugee resettlement agencies to provide housing to newcomers.

Investing in Success: How HUD and PHAs Can Support Refugee Housing Stability

This document focuses on housing assistance programs applicable to ORR-eligible populations. It will discuss best practices on how both HUD and PHAs can utilize their programming requirements to best assist these populations and how to partner with local organizations who have experience with serving ORR-eligible populations.

Federal Housing Program Eligibility for Newcomers

This matrix provides detailed information about newcomers who are eligible to receive Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) support, which could include one or more federal housing programs. Links to program information is also included.

How Public Housing Authorities Can Support Newcomers: A Guide to Resettlement and Housing Access

Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) play a pivotal role in ensuring housing stability for refugees and other newcomers to the United States. This guide provides actionable steps, resources, and strategies to help PHAs align their policies and practices with the needs of diverse newcomers, thereby fostering integration and long-term stability for them.
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