Integrity House adds shelter to home program

With funding from the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Integrity House has launched two new programs that address homelessness, behavioral health needs, and housing stability for vulnerable populations. Integrity House offers treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) AND mental illness. One of the new programs is the Shelter to Home Program, an initiative that entails the provision of case management and supportive services to individuals experiencing substance use disorders who are temporarily residing at DMHAS‐funded shelters across several counties. Integrity House case managers provide in‐community, housing‐specific case management services to transition individuals from temporary housing to long‐term, affordable housing and work with participants to develop personalized, time‐bound recovery plans that include linkage to substance use treatment, health care, legal services, education, job training and other critical resources. In addition, with grants from the state, Integrity House works with insurance programs to deliver pre‐tenancy and tenancy case management services to assist people in finding housing. Services include individualized support such as housing planning, application assistance, landlord mediation, lease renewals, and referrals to financial, legal, and employment resources. “Housing is an essential component of long‐term recovery from substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and chronic physical health conditions,” said Robert Budsock, President and CEO of Integrity House. “By expanding our presence in shelters and strengthening our housing support services, we're creating pathways to stability and improved well‐being. We're grateful to DMHAS and DCA for their continued partnership in creating healthier communities.”