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Housing Stability Program
Short-term support to help households stay housed
Latest source updateLast Update: June 14, 2026Latest change: The Housing Stability Program page now shows new who-can-apply criteria, referral-based application instructions, and updated contact information.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 14, 2026
Latest change: The Housing Stability Program page now shows new who-can-apply criteria, referral-based application instructions, and updated contact information.
Housing Stability Program details updated
The Housing Stability Program page now shows specific who-can-apply criteria, including age 18+, low-income or ODSP status, being housed, PNP buildings, and Chatham-Kent. It also now includes referral-based application instructions with a referral form, signed supporting documents, and a visible contact email at ckintake@chatham-kent.ca plus the Housing Services address. The overall program description and goals appear to have been restructured, so the page now presents the program in a different format than before. No material funding amounts or formal timeline dates were visible in the change summary.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Housing Stability Program supports households at risk of losing their home in Chatham-Kent. It helps participants maintain housing through short-term case management, goal setting, and connection to community supports.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Chatham
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term housing stability case management
- Goal-setting and service planning to maintain housing
- Support to connect with community services and income-related applications
Documents Needed
- Completed referral form
- Signed and dated application
- Required supporting documentation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income individuals and families
- People receiving ODSP
- Households living in private non-profit buildings
- Residents of Chatham-Kent
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Evictions
- Tribunal hearings
- Homelessness or immediate crisis situations
Eligible geographic areas
- Chatham-Kent
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the referral form
- Obtain the Housing Stability Referral Form.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill in the form and sign and date it.
- Include all required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit the referral
- Send it to Chatham-Kent Housing Services by email, mail, or in person.
- Step 4: Wait for review
- Referrals are reviewed for eligibility within 5 to 7 days.
- You may be placed on a waitlist if the program is full.
Processing and Agreement
- Referrals are reviewed for eligibility.
- A Housing Stability Worker contacts the client or agency.
- Applicants may be added to a waitlist if the program is full.
- Contact is expected within 5 to 7 days.
Additional information
- Participants work with a Housing Stability Worker to create a housing plan.
- The program works with community partners and landlords.
- Referrals may be placed on a waitlist if the program is full.
- This program is not for emergencies or urgent situations.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Housing Stability Program Program
What is the Housing Stability Program?
The Housing Stability Program supports households at risk of losing their home in Chatham-Kent. It helps participants maintain housing through short-term case management, goal setting, and connection to community supports.
Who is eligible for the Housing Stability Program program?
To be eligible for the Housing Stability Program program, you must:
Low-income households
Currently housed
At risk of housing loss
What expenses are eligible under Housing Stability Program?
Short-term housing stability case management
Goal-setting and service planning to maintain housing
Support to connect with community services and income-related applications
Who can I contact for more information about the Housing Stability Program?
You can contact Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) by email at ckintake@chatham-kent.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Housing Stability Program available?
The Housing Stability Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Housing Stability Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Housing Stability Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Housing Stability Program?
Housing Stability Program is funded by Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK)