Master Leasing program

 The Master Leasing Program shall also be known as long-term permanent supportive housing.  The goal of the program is to help hard to place persons gain housing stability, such as those re-entering society from prisons and other institutions, persons with serious mental illness, and at risk homeless individuals and families.  The program is administered by the designated Lead Agency: Transitional Living Centers, Inc. Program oversight is provided by Lycoming County’s Planning & Community Development Department and Fiscal Services Department. 

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Must be a resident of Lycoming County for a minimum of at least one year (12 months).  

2. Lack suitable housing. 

3. Have minimal financial resources to obtain or maintain housing. 

4. Have a household income of 50% or less of the area median income ($31,350). 

5. Must be referred by a community agency, that provides case management services. 

6. Participate and comply with all program requirements and rules, including participating fully in their treatment program/goals.

Referring clients will be interviewed by a panel of non- profit agencies and clients are chosen based on priority as well as the demonstration of being ready to take the "next step" towards self-sufficiency. 

Monetary assistance will be time limited for rental assistance , security deposit, and utilities based on clients progress.