Housing
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT HOUSING PROGRAMS

OVERVIEW

Approval of the Community Services and Supports (CSS) Plan provided for the development and implementation of the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Adult Housing Programs. Los Angeles County’s plan provided for the provision of housing services through the three available funding sources:


GENERAL HOUSING RESOURCES

The Countywide Housing, Employment and Education Resource Development Division provides a range of housing services for homeless clients that includes housing subsidies through the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and Shelter Plus Care Program; Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention; and temporary shelter through the Specialized Shelter Bed Program. More information about these programs can be obtained at http://dmh.lacounty.info/HaH/default.htm. The following are links to other housing resources:

  • http://housing.lacounty.gov – a housing database that lists affordable rental properties and highlights those that accept Section 8 vouchers;
  • www.hacola.org – the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angles;
  • www.hacla.org – the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles.
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1-800-854-7771. Do you or a loved one need help? If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact us toll-free 24 hours 7 days a week.
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