Housing Programs
Homelessness is a unique and complex issue. Every situation is different and should be tailored to the individual, like everyone we serve.
Housing Everywhere
All people should be able to live wherever in the community best fits their life, work, social connections, and budget. For some people, remaining near friends who have shared experiences of homelessness is valuable, while others thrive with a fresh start and new beginnings.
Fully integrating people back into their community is one of the most powerful aspects of our work.
Our Housing Programs
Permanent Supportive Housing
Long-term Housing Program
Caritas of Austin's Permanent Supportive Housing program provides housing, on-site supportive services, and mental health counseling for disabled individuals experiencing long-term homelessness.
Our long-term housing program is for individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness — over a more extended period — and need additional support to acclimate themselves back into their community. By using best practices and continually adding new layers of peer and mental health support, we are proud that last year, 95% of individuals remained stable in housing and did not return to the streets. Clients in our long-term housing program are in the program for, on average, 6 years.
Rapid Rehousing
Short-term Housing Program
An unexpected crisis — such as an injury, illness, or job loss — can lead to a loss of stable housing.
Caritas of Austin's short-term housing program is a 2-year supportive housing plan that quickly intervenes to rehouse families to prevent long-term homelessness.
Housing Stability
Similar to our short-term housing, the housing stability program provides swift, efficient services to families and individuals experiencing short-term homelessness, including housing, case management support, and limited financial assistance.
The difference is that we employ a customized, evidence-based model to end the family's homelessness once and for all, helping build stability for future generations.
Need Housing Assistance?
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, learn how to access our housing services.
Our Supportive Housing Communities
Caritas operates three permanent supportive housing communities in Austin — Espero Rutland, Libertad Austin, and Cairn Point Cameron — each designed to meet the unique needs of the people who live there.
