Grant Opportunity: Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)

Program Description: The HOPWA program provides housing assistance and supportive services for low-income individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. The County of Rockland, funded by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, offers tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA) and support services to eligible individuals diagnosed with HIV infection or AIDS. The goal is to help these households secure and maintain appropriate housing in Rockland County.

Funder: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Award Details: HOPWA rental subsidies (TBRA) will be combined with shelter allowance subsidies from the Rockland County Department of Social Services to maximize funding utilization. TBRA subsidies will be provided along with legal and counseling services, similar to the Section 8 Housing Voucher Choice program. Eligible households must meet the definition of "low-income" set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Medically appropriate and documented cases may qualify for a greater number of bedrooms than in the Section 8 program.

Eligibility: Low-income individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS in Rockland County are eligible for this grant opportunity.

Contact Information: For more information on this program, please contact Lizzette Regina at 845-364-3708 or email ReginaLi@co.rockland.ny.us.