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Resource Library for Families in EA Family Shelter

This page is for families in EA Emergency Family Shelter. It will point you to key resources and help.

This includes forms, shelter rules, tools to exit shelter, and important information on how long you can stay in shelter. *Please bookmark this page and return often*

Welcome to EA Emergency Family Shelter

This section helps to explain what EA Emergency Family Shelter is and what you can expect during your stay in shelter. 

What is Emergency Assistance (EA) Family Shelter?   What is the Bridge Shelter Track? 

How long can my family stay in EA Emergency Family Shelter?

There is a 6-month time limit for the Bridge Shelter Track. Hardship Waivers are available depending on your family’s situation. 

Bridge Shelter Track - Length of Stay Policy 

Forms, Rules, and Procedures

You can access the detailed Uniform Shelter Program Rules in this section. You can also learn about what to expect from hearings regarding EA Family Shelter.

Uniform Shelter Program Rules (EA Family Shelter)  What to Expect at Your Hearing (EA Family Shelter)  Forms: Babysitting, Overnight Request, Complaint, Certification of Need  

Services in Housing Help Hub (HHH)

If you applied online for EA Family Shelter, you request Reasonable Accommodations, Inspections, Transfers, and by logging into your Housing Help Hub account.

Apply in HHH for Reasonable Accommodations, Transfers, and Inspections 

Re-Housing and Exiting Shelter

While in shelter, you will have to make a plan to find stable housing. In this section, you can learn more about that process and the programs available to you, like HomeBASE which can provide you up to $30,000 over two years to help you secure stable housing.

HomeBASE: Funds to help with housing expenses  Re-ticketing (EA Family Shelter)  Bridge Track Re-Housing Process (EA Family Shelter) 

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