L. I. G. H. T. (LIVING INSPIRED AND GUIDED HOUSING TENANTS)

Mission Statement
To enhance the functioning of homeless families through housing stability, family enrichment and economic empowerment.

Program Description
The L. I. G. H. T. program was started in February 2003 as a service opportunity for homeless families in Washtenaw County . This opportunity was made possible by HUD funding and various partnerships and collaborations throughout the Washtenaw County area.

L. I. G. H. T. provides homeless families with:

• Affordable housing
• Supportive services
• Financial management training
• Goal setting
• Life skill development

Program Objectives

• Achieve residential stability
• Increase participant skill and/ or income level
• Assist participant with greater self-determination

This program is designed to address issues that have been barriers to helping families maintain stability.

Program Qualifications
Participants must be ...

• Homeless
• 18 years old and over
• An adult member of Your household has a verifiable disability
• Have at least one child living in your household

Program Expectations

• Participate in program requirements and activities.
• Pay up to 30% of income toward rent and utilities.
• Participate in program activities.
• Maintain a suitable living environment.

If you meet the above criteria in this brochure, this program may be for you.

The L. I. G. H. T. program staff are committed to increasing your quality of life. We know that people can go no higher than what they see. This means we commit to helping you obtain a vision for yourself, your family, your community and your world .

For more information
Contact Efrion J. Smith,LIGHT Housing Manager
Phone: 734.544.6559
Fax: 734.544.6569
Email: esmith@powerclf.org