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Housing Request Form
To inquire about getting services at either Doug’s House or at one of the transitional housing programs, please contact the Project Transitions office at 512-454-8646. Ask for an intake appointment and any staff member can schedule an appointment to determine how we can help.
If you would like to send an email to our Client Services Director, you may also use this form.
Housing Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS TRANSITIONAL HOUSING?
Project Transitions provides short-term (financial and case management) support for low-income HIV+ persons and their families living in low-income housing who are at-risk of homelessness due to unforeseen circumstances. The housing is service-enriched with individual programming to help residents meet their personal and vocational goals.
IS THERE ANY MEDICAL CARE AVAILABLE? WHAT HAPPENS IF A RESIDENT GETS ILL?
No medical care is provided at our housing programs. However, residents can bring in medical support if needed to live safely. This may mean home health aides, medical alert systems, family, care teams, or nurses. If they cannot live safely within the apartment, they will be transferred to a location where they can receive appropriate care.
HOW BIG IS THE FACILITY?
The program has 40 one- and two-bedroom apartments with an interior courtyard and a large community center.
WHAT IS THE COST?
Costs are set by the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines, which is normally 30% of the resident’s income. There is a small deduction from the program fee to help pay for utilities.
HOW LONG CAN I LIVE AT ROOSEVELT GARDENS?
The general length of stay is from six months to two years.
CAN I LIVE AT ROOSEVELT GARDENS MORE THAN ONCE?
Yes. If you transition out and need to return for more support, you can return to the waiting list. No one is automatically accepted back into the program.
WILL I LIVE ALONE OR WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS?
You may apply to the program alone or with family or friends. All applicants must qualify for the program and agree to follow the rules and regulations.
CAN FAMILY AND FRIENDS VISIT?
Yes. Family and friends are asked to follow the same rules as the residents. No overnight visitors are allowed longer than two days without approval.
ARE THERE COMMUNITY EVENTS?
Yes. There are community gatherings around major religious and ethnic holidays as well as: bingo nights, movie nights, ice cream socials and other events based on resident interests. There are also skills training, such as computer classes and resume-writing workshops. Volunteers prepare weekly lunches and dinners in the community center so residents can come together to socialize.
CAN I COOK IN MY APARTMENT?
Yes. Each apartment has typical kitchen appliances.
ARE THE APARTMENTS FURNISHED?
Yes.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR APARTMENT UTILITIES?
Residents are responsible for paying for their utilities.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR APARTMENT MAINTENANCE?
The on-site maintenance staff maintain the complex.
DO I NEED RENTER’S INSURANCE?
Yes, if you wish to be insured.
WHAT SECURITY IS PROVIDED?
No security is provided. Each resident is responsible for making sure the complex is a safe place to live.
IS THERE ADDITIONAL STORAGE SPACE?
No. Residents’ belongings need to fit inside the apartment they rent.
IS THERE A WAITING LIST?
Yes. Your application, when approved, will be placed on the list. When an opening occurs, all applications will be reviewed for placement.
