The Department of Justice Offices Boards and Divisions Office on Violence Against Women awarded $500,000 under the Transitional Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, or Sexual Assault (CFDA 16.736) federal grant program to the Center For Community Solutions in San Diego, California.
The three-year project grant funding will support the delivery of transitional housing assistance and survivor-centered support services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking who are homeless or require other housing assistance as a result of their victimization. Services will include a minimum of six months and up to two years of transitional housing, as well as case management, safety planning, childcare, transportation, career counseling, financial counseling, support groups, individual counseling, job training, education assistance, and limited legal aid. The Center For Community Solutions will partner with community organizations to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery and offer follow-up support for at least three months after clients secure permanent housing.