Clients seeking emergency housing undergo a criminal background check and have to provide a valid Porter or LaPorte County ID
Stories
Some of our clients are not able to work due to crisis or disability. Some clients are professionals with college degrees who’ve hit hard times. Many clients are working or underemployed at minimum wage, struggling to support themselves or their families.
in 2021
248children housed
559adults housed
338housing units operated
193families are currently experiencing homelessness in our community.
1 in 3 clients is a child.
Housing challenges can affect people of any gender, age, or socioeconomic status.
Programs
Housing Opportunities is a community-sustained nonprofit that resolves and prevents homelessness for adults, children, and seniors in Porter and LaPorte counties. Above all, we provide hope to clients experiencing homelessness and its effects.
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Emergency Housing
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Resource Center
Showers, laundry facilities, and computer access are part of this safe, supportive place for individuals pursuing employment and housing solutions
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Affordable Rentals
For qualifying clients with low income
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Permanent Supportive Housing
For individuals with a diagnosed disability
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Rapid Rehousing Program
To quickly get individuals experiencing homelessness back into a home with temporary rental assistance
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Coaching Clients on the Road to Self-Sufficiency
Helping clients achieve a brighter future
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Street Outreach
Offers essentials, support, and a listening ear to individuals living on the streets
Give Today
Funded in part by state and federal grants, Housing Opportunities is sustained by community volunteers, local partners, and donors like you.
As our community works together to resolve homelessness where we live, everyone benefits. Will you help resolve and prevent homelessness in our community? Make a tax-deductible donation today.
DonateUp to 6 out of 10 Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. USA Today
17% of households are still not caught up on rent. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
4 out of 5 low income Porter County and LaPorte County residents spend more than half of their total income on housing. National Low Income Housing Coalition
Housing Opportunities is a HUD-approved and state-certified housing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves Northwest Indiana.
News
Resource Center Hours
2001 N Calumet Ave.
Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm
Saturday, 10am-2pm
Showers, laundry facilities, and computer access for individuals seeking employment and housing.
News
Housing Opportunities and Northwest Indiana Community Action are exploring the benefits of joining forces. Read more about the possible merger.
Learn MoreTake a Tour
Meet our Director of Development, Lisa Franko, see the Housing Opportunities facilities firsthand, and ask questions one-on-one!
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Help resolve and prevent homelessness in our community!
Volunteers like you stock our food pantry, coordinate fundraising events, and staff our day resource center where someone experiencing homelessness can come for a meal or a shower—and be welcomed by a friendly face.