new visions program Providing safe, permanent housing to women who are chronically homeless, victims of domestic violence or disabled
partnership programs
impact
the entire circle of life Partnership reaches a diverse range of families and individuals through five Centers of Service. Each of these Centers focuses on the unique needs and is staffed by experienced social workers, counselors and other trained professionals. Together, these separate but complimentary Centers of Service provide support to famillies and individuals who may have many related needs.
YOUTH SERVICES
ELDER SERVICES
restoring and rebuilding family relationships to empower youth
reclaiming independence and dignity for our elders
FAMILY STRENGTHENING SERVICES helping families cope with crisis and find lasting stability
$ CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING securing personal financial freedom
CRISIS SERVICES giving hope to victims of domestic violence and rape
NEW VISIONS PROGRAM
providing
women with the tools to become
successful
and independ ent
opportunity stability
success
new visions program The Partnership’s New Visions Program provides safe, permanent housing to women who are chronically homeless, victims of domestic violence or disabled. New Visions helps achieve residential stability and increase skill levels to make decisions that build better lives. New Visions emphasizes employment opportunities, education opportunities, life coaching skills and self-care health issues.
meet
linda
partnership
builds stability At six years-old, Linda’s parents divorced. She was passed back and forth between both parents throughout her childhood. As a child, she was abused physically by a family friend. She never told anyone, and suppressed the physical and emotional trauma for many years. Linda went into the military after high school, but was discharged when she started having flashbacks of her past abuse. She was unstable due to her emotional state and eventually became suicidal. Linda was admitted to Moccasin Bend Psychiatric Hospital, where she received treatment for the trauma she had buried for years. When Linda had stabilized, she was left with nowhere to turn. She didn’t have a place to live, a job or money for food. Her life had spiraled downward, but she was ready to build herself back up. Linda turned to the Partnership’s New Visions Program. She met with the New Visions Case Manager, who explained the program’s rules and guidelines stating that they could provide her with housing for six months (with a possible extension) while she was working to become independent. Together, they drafted a service plan listing a timeline of goals for Linda to achieve including securing employment and obtaining permanent housing. From the New Visions Building, Linda could come and go as she pleased on the bus line. At night, the doors were locked for security and there was always someone at the front desk in the lobby if she needed help. In addition to participating in the New Visions Program, Linda received counseling from the Partnership to continue healing. Linda’s Case Manager helped her find a job, set up a checking account and formulate a budget to start saving money. The New Visions Case Manager helped Linda receive benefits from the Army’s GI Bill so that she could attend Chattanooga State and work on an Associate’s Degree. As Linda continued to succeed in school and work, she saved up enough money to move into permanent housing. She is currently employed, living independently and enjoying a better life, thanks to the Partnership.
did you know? A 24/7/365 Crisis Hotline is operated by Partnership Volunteers and Staff to provide emergency resources and referrals to families in crisis. 433.755.2700
Chronically homeless
women are: - Homeless for a year or more - Experience four or more episodes of homelessness in the past three years - Has a disabling condition
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Participants in New Visions must meet all requirements set by the Chattanooga Housing Authority.
New Visions has 19 units and is limited to availability and funding.
New Visions provided permanent housing, job training and education opportunities to 23 women in need.