Restoration House of East Tennessee

Description:

Provides supportive transitional housing, a supportive ally team, and family advocacy in a safe learning environment where single mothers and their children have the opportunity to break the cycle of poverty through a personalized, guided plan.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Intake Process:

Referrals may be self-referrals or come from an existing organization such as a church, social service provider, government agency, or nonprofit. It is preferable that the organization has prior experience and history with the family. Referrals can be made online at, http://therestorationhouse.net/referral-process-guidelines/

Program Fees:

Call (865) 200-5406 for more information.

Eligibility:

-Must be 25 years or older and a single mother;
-Must maintain full-custody of at least one child and/or be pregnant - adult children over 18 years of age will not be considered as part of the family unit;
-Must have a need for long term supportive transitional housing either due to homelessness or inadequate housing;
-Must have a GED or high-school diploma
-Must demonstrate strong motivation of gaining financial self-sufficiency through strategic planning with accountability, enrichment classes, and creating positive patterns and choices.
-Must be willing to forego dating relationships during their participation in our program.
-Must be willing to establish meaningful and honest relationships with staff, other TRH families, and allies.
-Must be able to maintain a full-time activity within 4-6 months (such as work, school, or vocational training).
-Must demonstrate sufficient emotional and psychological well-being to maintain a stable environment for their family.
-Must have a classification as low-income, which does not exceed 80 percent of the median family income for the area.
-Applicants will not solely be denied housing if they have been evicted or they owe money to a property management company.
-Applicants MAY be denied housing if they have been convicted of a felony in the last 7 years or a misdemeanor in the last 5 years.
-Applicants WILL be denied housing if they are a convicted or registered sexual offender or have committed a violent crime.
-Applicants who have previously applied and have received a denial letter must contact one of the Family Advocates to reapply to be considered for a new opening.
-Preference will be given to those families with very low and extremely low incomes. See website:
(http://therestorationhouse.net/referral-process-guidelines/) for income amounts allowable.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

April 23, 2019

Wishlist:

Coffee pods (Keurig style)
Bagless cannister vacuum cleaners
Large area rugs
Gas station & grocery store cards
Linens & comforters
Amazon cards for purchasing program/office supplies
Outdoor community bike rack
trash bags- 33 gallon and tall kitchen
Contact Marisa Lykens at marisa@the restorationhouse.net with questions

Volunteer Opportunities:

Ally Team members
Teaching a life skill
Financial Consulting
Providing administrative support
Special Events
Family Night Support
Fundraising
Contact with questions: carrie@TheRestorationHouse.net

Employer ID:

205775672

Year Incorporated:

2006

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Contacts

Phone Numbers

Legal Status:

Nonprofit (Incorporated)