Supplemental resources from Guidance: Application Checklist The Declining Balance Co-ownership Program (White Paper) Additional homeownership resources from Refugee Housing Solutions: Buying a Home: A How-To Guide for Newcomers (available in English and Dari)
The cards can be used in trainings, team meetings, onboarding, supervision, volunteer orientations, or quick problem‑solving moments during real‑time work. The deck includes four interconnected components: 25 Key Term Cards: Clear, plain‑language definitions of essential concepts related to newcomer paperwork, disability, accommodations, communication, and housing processes. 15 Scenario Cards: Realistic situations drawn from common challenges…
For the past two years, RHS has administered two annual surveys: one to resettlement agencies and another to a broader group of partners serving ORR‑eligible populations. Together, these surveys provide a national snapshot of emerging housing trends, housing-related challenges, and promising practices. The questions are designed to capture the challenges organizations face, the innovative strategies…
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Throughout this guide, you will find step-by-step instructions, considerations for adaptation to your local context, and practical examples of how even a single property can become a tool for long-term community impact. The goal is to provide clear, actionable guidance so that you, your organization, or your faith community can implement this model successfully, ethically,…