Touchstone Mental Health offers supportive housing programs that combine affordable housing with 24-hour onsite services to provide individuals with the support and resources they need to focus on their goals, health, and housing stability. Partnering with agencies that specialize in providing permanent housing for people with low incomes, Touchstone operates programs such as Minnehaha Commons, Rising Cedar Apartments, and New Hope Apartments.
Minnehaha Commons is designed for individuals ages 55 and older who have experienced homelessness and may have a mental or physical health condition. The program offers permanent supportive housing with 24-hour onsite services, including customized living arrangements, medication management, assisted transportation, and housing support services. Residents have access to individual support, crisis assistance, and community referrals, along with optional activities like a community garden, art and music therapy, and community events.
Rising Cedar Apartments caters to individuals aged 18 or older who live with a serious mental illness and require 24-hour monitoring and support. Similar to Minnehaha Commons, Rising Cedar provides permanent supportive housing with 24-hour onsite services, personalized living arrangements, housekeeping, medication management, and assisted transportation. Residents can engage in program activities such as a community garden, art and music therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and fitness center, fostering a supportive and enriching living environment.
New Hope Apartments offer shared three or four-bedroom townhomes for individuals ages 18 or older with a serious mental illness who need 24-hour monitoring and support. This program also provides permanent supportive housing with 24-hour onsite services, including customized living arrangements, housekeeping, medication management, and assisted transportation. Residents at New Hope Apartments can participate in activities like a community garden, art and music therapy, and animal-assisted therapy, promoting a sense of community and well-being.
Overall, Touchstone Mental Health's supportive housing programs aim to provide individuals with comprehensive services that are voluntary, flexible, and tailored to their individual needs and preferences. With a focus on promoting housing stability, health, and goal achievement, Touchstone's programs offer a supportive and nurturing environment where residents can thrive and work towards their personal objectives.