Do I Qualify?

Life, Hope & Change (LHC) – Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for participation in Life, Hope & Change (LHC) programs and/or transitional housing, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Basic Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a 18 years of age or older female

• Be experiencing one or more of the following:

  • Transition from incarceration or reentry

  • Homelessness or housing instability

  • Recovery from substance abuse

  • Domestic violence, abuse, or trauma

  • Economic hardship or lack of support systems

Commitment & Participation

Applicants must be willing to:

• • Actively participate in case management, mentoring, and assigned programming

  • Attend required individual and group sessions, including life-skills training, and workforce development programs

  • Follow all program rules, curfews, and guidelines

  • Commit to personal growth, accountability, and recovery goals

  Sobriety & Behavioral Expectations

  Applicants must:

  • Be willing to maintain a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle

  • Agree to random drug and alcohol screenings, if applicable

  • Demonstrate respectful behavior toward staff, volunteers, and other residents

  • Have no active violent behavior that would pose a safety risk to others

  Legal & Safety Considerations

  Applicants:

  • May have a criminal background; however, acceptance is determined on a case-by-case basis

  • Must disclose any pending legal matters

  • Cannot have offenses that would compromise the safety of residents, staff, or the community (final determination at LHC’s discretion)

  Financial Responsibility

  Applicants must:

  • Be willing to contribute to program requirements such as:

    • Program fees or housing contributions (if applicable)

    • Personal expenses (food, hygiene items, transportation, etc.)

  • Participate in employment readiness, job search activities, or educational programs as outlined in their individual service plan

  Documentation Requirements

  Applicants must be willing to work toward obtaining or providing:

  • Valid photo identification

  • Social Security card

  • Birth certificate

  • Any additional documentation required for employment, benefits, or housing stability

  Final Determination

  • Admission into Life, Hope & Change programs is based on eligibility, availability, intake assessment, and program fit

  • Acceptance is at the sole discretion of Life, Hope & Change leadership

  • LHC reserves the right to deny or terminate participation if program expectations are not met