SOLANO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - Solano County and Community Action Partnership (CAP) Solano Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is partnering with United Way California Capital Region to help prevent homelessness in area communities. Together, they have launched “Keep People Housed – Solano,” a program designed to provide critical resources and support to Solano County residents at risk of losing their housing. 

Through this program, eligible households can receive flexible financial assistance to cover essential expenses, including rent, utilities, security deposits and moving costs. Participants will also have access to legal referrals and housing stabilization services tailored to help residents maintain their housing and achieve long-term financial stability. 

"Housing stability is important for people’s well-being, especially at this time of year when work slows down because of the weather,” said Michele Harris, executive director of First 5 Solano. “This program provides valuable support to help Solano County residents stay in their homes. We are proud to offer this help to our community.” 

The program is funded through a public-private partnership, including from All Home, Season of Sharing, CAP Solano JPA and Community Investment Funds allocated from the Solano County Board of Supervisors. The adoption of the Keep People Housed model in Solano County is part of All Home’s strategy to expand a growing regional network of targeted prevention programs in the Bay Area Counties. 

How It Works
Solano County residents can apply through the Bay Area Community Services online application portal. The program is completely free, and eligibility is determined by the following criteria: 1) Be a Solano County resident, 2) Household income must be at or below 50% of the Area Median Income and 3) Demonstrate a risk of homelessness or housing loss due to recent financial or other hardships.  

Services Offered
Accepted applicants will receive rapid and flexible financial assistance combined with hands-on, individualized housing stabilization services.  Services include assistance in developing household budgets and housing stability plans, problem-solving and referrals to community services, such as workforce development, childcare, health or mental health resources, domestic violence support, and legal assistance for eviction prevention. 

TAKE ACTION TODAY
Residents facing housing insecurity are encouraged to apply through the Bay Area Community Services portal as soon as possible. For more information about Keep People Housed – Solano and to determine eligibility, visit www.kphsolano.org.