Establish an eviction prevention initiative
The average cost (to the state) of an eviction rises to more than $30,000, while the average amount owed per case is approximately $1,500.
Preventing evictions is not only cost-effective, it allows for family stability, with ripples into every aspect of a family's life.
To get started:
Establish a fund for emergency support, developing relationships with landlords and other property owners in communities with high numbers of individuals living below 50% AMI.
Provide wraparound services, such as budgeting and financial planning.
Create a network of support to include financial managers, legal professionals, and credit counseling agencies.
Best Practices / Innovative Programs
HomeStart is located in the Greater Boston area and has permanently housed more than 10,000 individuals living on the street and in shelters. The organization has also prevented nearly 3,000 families from experiencing homelessness over the last 20 years.
