HUD AWARDS $3.2 MILLION TO THREE BAY AREA HIV-AIDS HOUSING PROGRAMS
Funding supports stable housing for individuals and families at extreme risk for homelessness

WASHINGTON - More than a thousand extremely low-income persons living with HIV/AIDS will continue to receive permanent housing as a result of $30.2 million in grants announced today by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). During each of the next three years, this HUD funding will help provide permanent supportive housing for 1,232 households so they can manage their illnesses while receiving critically needed support services.

The funding announced today is offered through HUD's Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program
(HOPWA) and will renew HUD's support of 29 local programs in 19 states.

Bay Area programs funded include the City of San Jose Housing Department for $1,262,800, the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency for $1,430,000 and the Housing Services Affiliate of the Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center for $508,420.

"These programs are a critical source of support to local programs on the front lines of helping families stay healthy," said HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan. "A stable home can make all the difference to the wellbeing of these families, many of whom have been homeless or at extreme risk of homelessness."

These projects have estimated that about 40% of the households to be assisted will involve persons who have been homeless. The grants announced today also support the Obama Administration's new strategic plan to prevent and end homelessness, an unprecedented initiative announced last week at the White House.

Housing assistance and related services funded by HOPWA are an essential part of the comprehensive system of
care for low-income persons living with HIV/AIDS. A stable home environment is also vital for these households in allowing them to access consistent medical care and maintain their health. Furthermore, secure housing can be a platform for improved quality of life.

Ninety percent of HOPWA funds are distributed by formula to cities and states based on the number of AIDS cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. HUD's formula grants are managed by 123 local and
state jurisdictions, which coordinate AIDS housing efforts with other HUD and community resources. Up eight
percent from last year, HUD is making available a record $335 million inHOPWA funds this year to help communities provide housing for this special needs population. Overall, these resources assist 58,367 households annually to promote stable housing and reduced risks of homelessness for those living with HIV and other challenges.

Housing Service Affiliate, Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, is awarded a HOPWA permanent supportive housing renewal grant of $508,420 to continue the Rita Da Cascia Positive MATCH program which provides Short-
Term Rent, Mortgage, and Utility (STRMU) assistance to 10 households. Integrated supportive services will assist
80 households annually, targeting women and their children. The project is a joint collaboration with the Catholic Charities/Catholic Youth Organization.

For more information contact:
Ms. Justine Lauderback
Deputy Director
Phone: (415) 206-2140 Ext. 160
Email: jlstrebler@bhnc.org.

City of San Jose, Housing Department is awarded a HOPWA permanent supportive housing renewal grant of $1,262,800 to continue providing 57 households with Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) and supportive
services in Santa Clara County. The project is a joint collaboration with The Health Trust in providing an array of supportive services including case management, substance abuse recovery, housing search, housing placement,
public benefits counseling, and independent living education.

For more information contact:
Ms. Jessica Scheiner
Homeless Services Manager
Phone: (408) 975-4417
Email: Jessica.scheiner@sanjoseca.gov.

San Francisco Redevelopment Agency is awarded a HOPWA permanent supportive housing renewal grant of $1,430,000 to continue providing short-term Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to 165 rent burdened households. In addition, each household receives supportive services, including employment and vocational training,
in order to sustain their housing stability. The project is a joint collaboration with the Catholic Charities/Catholic
Youth Organization.

For more information contact:
Mr. Olson Lee
Assistance Deputy Director of Housing
Phone: (415) 749-2479
Email: olson.lee@sfov.org.

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HUD is the nation's housing agency committed to sustaining homeownership; creating affordable housing opportunities for low-income Americans; and supporting the homeless, elderly, people with disabilities and people living with AIDS. The Department also promotes economic and community development ad enforces the nation's
fair housing laws. More information about HUD and its programs is available on the Internet at www.hud.gov and espanol.hud.gov.