Homeless Assistance Program - Rental Assistance
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Pennsylvania
The Housing Assistance Program (HAP) is a county-directed (state funded) program that offers rental assistance and a variety of supportive services to individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness and who can demonstrate that, with HAP intervention, they will be able to meet their basic housing needs in the near future. The components of HAP may include Case Management, Rental Assistance, Bridge Housing, Emergency Shelter, and Innovative Supportive Services.
Other Eligibility Requirements
Persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness; U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Priority Populations
Families with children
Total Funding
$18,496,000
Funding Source
General revenue
Funding Year
2022
Assistance Used For
Rent arrears
Current and/or future rent
Security deposits and relocation fees
Amount Calculation Method
Program offers a set maximum amount of assistance per household within a specified time frame
Data Collected by Program
Age