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NSHAG Program (North Shore Housing Action Group) is sponsored by Lynn Housing Authority (with support from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Moving to Work program, MA Department of Housing and Community Development, and MA Department of Higher Education). The NSHAG Program focuses on the needs of young adults ages 18-24 experiencing housing instability in 30 cities and towns across Essex County, which includes Lynn and Salem.
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NSHAG - Lynn Housing Authority The North Shore Housing Action Group (NSHAG) is a financial assistance program that focuses on the needs of young adults ages 18–24 who are experiencing housing instability. The program serves 30 cities and towns across Essex County.
Eligible participants may receive temporary financial assistance for move-in costs, rental stipends, basic furniture, education or trade-related expenses, child care, transportation, and other essential needs. In addition to financial support, case management services help young adults with housing searches, employment, education, and other goals that promote long-term stability.
NSHAG partners with service providers throughout the region, including the Lynn Shelter Association, The Haven Project, the City of Lawrence Homelessness Initiative, YouForward, Action Inc., Younity, LifeBridge, nAGLY, and many others.
Regional program to support youth and young adults experiencing homelessness Our vision is for all young adults in Essex County to have the tools, resources, and skills to thrive Youth and young adults have decision making power in the system of housing Leveraging state and local resources and funding For more information, contact Brandy Rodriguez Brodriguez@lhand. org 781-581-8617 The Massachusetts Youth Count is happening now!
The Massachusetts Youth Count is an annual survey that reveals the scope and needs of youth and young adults under the age of 25 who are unstably housed or experiencing homelessness. The Count process is also a mechanism to connect service providers with vulnerable youth to share resources with them and hear their voices. The Count takes place over four weeks- from April 4 th through May 5th.
The survey is administered online and by service providers, Youth Ambassadors, and street outreach workers at drop-in centers, meal programs, programs for youth experiencing homelessness, and other places where young people congregate. Folleto de Conteo de Jóvenes College Housing Assistance The NSHAG program also is a part of the College pilot program and the Moving on program.
The College pilot program in Massachusetts aimed at assisting homeless college students is now providing free housing for 20 students in the state. The program partners’ community colleges with nearby state universities. Essex county has select 6 students between North shore community college and Salem State University to provide free room and broad for the college career.
The Moving to College Scholarship is a new pilot program designed to support Massachusetts unaccompanied homeless youth as they transition to, progress through, and complete a college education.
Scholarships for up to 20 students are funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Moving to Work program administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development, with additional support provided by the Department of Higher Education, the Unaccompanied Homeless Youth and Young Adult Commission and participating campuses.
The NSHAG program is working closely with the Homeless Liaison & Foster Care Point of Contact from the Lynn public school, North shore community college and Salem State on this pilot. The Youth Action Board of Essex County Purpose is to be the voice and expertise of what youth experiencing homelessness are dealing with within their communities.
The goal is for programs and the cities to listen to and learn from the Essex County YAB to improve policies affecting those experiencing homelessness as young adults. We are providing a safe space for the young adults to have a voice and to heard. We discuss issues that they are facing in the different parts of the region and we try to problem solve the best we can.
The goal is to bring change. Essex County Youth Action Board General YAB Meeting Flyer General YAB Meeting Flyer (1) Essex County Youth Action Board’s Truths and Values (2) Know Youth Homelessness: Take the Survey If you have questions or need assistance applying, please call Housing Stabilization at (339) 883-2342 or email fsc@lhand. org.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Young adults aged 18-24 experiencing housing instability in Essex County. Nonprofit organizations partnering with NSHAG program to provide services. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
NSHAG Program (North Shore Housing Action Group) is funded by Lynn Housing Authority (with support from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Moving to Work program, MA Department of Housing and Community Development, and MA Department of Higher Education). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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