Course Title: Community Development Strategies: Affordable Housing and Social Services


Course Description

This webinar will explore effective community development strategies that integrate affordable housing and social services to address homelessness and housing instability. Participants will gain insights into best practices, collaborative models, funding strategies, and successful interventions in promoting housing stability and supporting vulnerable populations.


Course Topics

1. Overview of Affordable Housing and Social Services Integration 
2. Housing First Approach and its Impact 
3. Collaborative Models for Service Delivery 
4. Funding and Resource Allocation Strategies 
5. Data Collection and Evaluation Methods 
6. Supportive Housing as a Solution 
7. Housing Stability Interventions 
8. Mental Health Support in Housing Programs 
9. Youth and Family Housing Programs 
10. Policy Advocacy for Affordable Housing




Learning Objectives

- Understand the importance of integrating affordable housing and social services in community development.
- Identify key strategies and best practices for addressing homelessness and housing instability.
- Explore collaborative models and funding sources to support effective community programs.
- Learn about successful interventions and supportive housing approaches.
- Gain insights into data collection, evaluation methods, and their role in measuring program impact.
- Understand the intersection of mental health and housing services.
- Explore tailored approaches for supporting youth and families experiencing housing challenges.
- Learn about policy advocacy initiatives for affordable housing and social services.






Value to the Participant

- Gain comprehensive knowledge of community development strategies related to affordable housing and social services.
- Acquire practical insights and best practices for addressing homelessness and housing instability.
- Learn from real-world case studies and successful programs implemented in various communities.
- Network with experts and peers in the field to exchange ideas and experiences.
- Access valuable resources and tools to implement effective community development initiatives.




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