Overview of Programs

Gregory House Programs has developed and operates housing programs that provides housing, support services, and housing case management to about 175 individuals and families each month, ranging from one-time grants and short-term assistance to permanent housing.

Transitional Housing Programs

Gregory House: Opened in 1988, the agency's first transitional housing program on Oahu (but available to eligible persons statewide), has 11 beds that houses persons who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.  The program has in-house classes and staff works closely with participants to address issues that affect stability and develop goals towards independent housing.  This program is also designated as a Special Project of National Significance by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Community Residential Program: Our second transitional program developed in 2005, with funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under their Supportive Housing Program.  Modeled after Gregory House, this program provides housing to eligible persons who are homeless on the streets or in shelters.  HUD requires the agency to raise cash to match about 25 percent of the funding provided.

Emergency Assistance

Temporary Shelter: Provides shelter statewide to homeless persons for a maximum of two weeks at a YMCA/YWCA or economy hotel.

Emergency Grants: Provides grants statewide to end or prevent homelessness towards rent, deposit or utilities.

Rental Assistance Programs

State Shallow Rent Subsidy Program:  Our first subsidy program, developed in response to the immense need of housing services in 1989, provides up to $350 per month to families and individuals statewide.  The program has evolved over the years and will continue to evolve to emulate the following federal assistance programs.

Shelter Plus Care Program: Provides permanent rental assistance to approximately 40 individuals and families on Oahu since 1994.  Participants must be determined homeless and disabled to qualify and must be willing to participate in supportive services that will enhance one’s stability.  While the program and unit must meet certain federal guidelines, participants must pay rent equal to 30 percent of their household income, and the program will pay the remainder.  HUD also requires participants to access supportive services that will enhance one's stability, and the dollar value of the services must match or exceed the rent assistance amount.

Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS: This is another HUD funded program that provides permanent rental assistance to at least 60 households on Oahu per month and has similar federal guidelines.  

For information about our housing programs, please email Program Director Jeff Finch or call 592-9022.