Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness
Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness
The Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) is a federal grant program in the United States designed to support services for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have serious mental illnesses. The program is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
History[edit | edit source]
PATH was established under the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act of 1987, which was later renamed the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. The program was created in response to the growing recognition of the need for targeted services to assist individuals with serious mental illnesses who are experiencing homelessness.
Objectives[edit | edit source]
The primary objectives of PATH are to:
- Provide outreach to individuals who are homeless and have serious mental illnesses.
- Link individuals to mainstream services such as housing, primary health care, job training, education, and other community-based services.
- Support the development of community-based services that address the needs of individuals with serious mental illnesses who are homeless.
Services[edit | edit source]
PATH funds a variety of services, including:
- Outreach and engagement
- Screening and diagnostic treatment services
- Habilitation and rehabilitation services
- Community mental health services
- Alcohol or drug treatment services
- Staff training
- Case management services
- Supportive and supervisory services in residential settings
- Referrals for primary health services, job training, educational services, and relevant housing services
Funding[edit | edit source]
PATH funding is distributed to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. territories. States and territories then allocate the funds to local public or non-profit organizations that provide services to individuals who are homeless and have serious mental illnesses.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The PATH program has been instrumental in helping thousands of individuals transition from homelessness to stable housing and access necessary mental health services. By providing targeted support and linking individuals to essential services, PATH helps to improve the overall well-being and stability of those it serves.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Homelessness in the United States
- Mental health in the United States
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act
- Supportive housing
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