Included below are some tools that DBHDS developed for Support Coordinators and Case Managers as they support people in the Settlement Agreement population access their own rental housing in the community.
If you are a assisting an eligible individual and need technical assistance, please feel free to contact the DBHDS Housing Specialist in your area.
Making a Housing Referral
DBHDS Housing Referral and Planning Tools
Support coordinators who make referrals for DBHDS housing resources must complete the Housing Referral Form. The Housing Action Plan is a tool that may be used to assist and guide successful preparation for independent housing planning.
If a referred individual already leases his/her own housing, include the Housing Financial Needs Form. Type information directly into the PDF forms. Submit all documents by secure email to housingreferrals@dbhds.virginia.gov. DBHDS will not accept illegible forms.
- Housing Referral Form Rev 0324
- Housing Action Plan Rev 0323
- Housing Financial Need Form Rev 0221
- Independent Housing Monitoring Tool
Educating Individuals About Integrated, Independent Housing Options
Housing Assessment and Person Centered Planning
- Want Your Own Place to Live Handbook (Please note: Fair Market Rents listed in this handbook are for Northern VA only)
- Supports and Housing Needs Assessment
- Budget Plan for Independent Housing
- Moving Expenses Budget
- Housing Needs Profile
- Plan to Maintain Stable Housing
Guardianship, Leases and Housing Search
Live-in Caregivers
Moving In
- Housing Quality Standards Checklist
- Move-in Inspection Checklist
- Important Phone Numbers Template
- Suggested and Prohibited Lease Terms
Roommate Search