STAY

The Supportive Housing for Transition Age Youth (STAY) program provides a comprehensive range of support services and housing options in Alameda County for transition age young adults 18 – 24 that have significant mental health disabilities. The STAY Partnership is a formal partnership between Tri-City Homeless Coalition (TCHC) and Fred Finch Youth Center (FFYC). TCHC administers the housing component and FFYC provides the mental health services component of this new Alameda County program (awarded December 2006) under the Mental Health Services Act. The primary goals for the STAY program are to ensure that program participants have safe and permanent housing; are able to achieve their individualized, recovery-focused goals; and are able to function as independently as possible within their homes and communities. Our hope is that when program participants leave the program they will have the skills and stability necessary to make choices that will maximize their chances of success and self efficacy.

STAY Program participants live in independent housing throughout Alameda County. These units are leased and paid for through TCHC. A Housing Specialist works closely with landlords and participants to ensure a safe and successful housing experience. As a part of the STAY Team, participants are assisted in developing independent living skills, while in-home staff visits allow for individualized support.

To initiate a referral, please contact the STAY Program Director, Roger Daniels (510-482-2244 ext. 243). Youth must be Alameda County residents who have severe and persistent mental health disabilities that seriously impair their functioning in community living and who are homeless or at risk for homelessness.