What Does Pha Stand for in Housing

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Starting Nov. 15, some property management and resident services sites will be open for limited drop-in and appointment hours for KCHA clients. Please call ahead if you'd like to schedule a time to meet.

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We transform lives throughhousing

KCHA provides rental housing and assistance to more than 55,000 people. This quality, affordable housing supports health and self-sufficiency. Our community centers and educational programs help children succeed in school and in life. And our investments in smart, sustainable growth support the revitalization of local communities.

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By the Numbers

23,000

Children who call KCHA housing home

48%

Newly served households who were previously homeless

53%

KCHA housing units located in high-opportunity areas

2,556

Housing Choice Voucher program landlords

70,600

Cubic yards of waste diverted from landfills each year

11,294

Units of affordable housing owned by KCHA

News & Notes

• RZIP, KCHA and U.S. Bank announce partnership to bring a community resource center to Skyway community

  Renton Innovation Zone Partnership (RIZP), King County Housing Authority (KCHA) and U.S. Bank announced today a new partnership that will bring a HUD EnVision Center to West Hill's Skyway community.

• KCHA Executive Director Stephen Norman Announces Plans to Retire

  After a remarkable 45-year career in community development and affordable housing, nearly 25 years of which have been spent at the helm of KCHA, the largest provider of affordable housing in the Pacific Northwest, Executive Director Stephen Norman plans to retire at the end of 2021.

• New payment standards for Section 8 program in effect
• KCHA offices closed to public access until further notice

  To protect the health and safety of our staff, clients, and community partners, and to mitigate the impact of COVID-19, all KCHA offices are closed to walk-ins until further notice. Our staff will continue to be available by telephone and email during this time.

• Emergency Housing Voucher Notification

  On March 11, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan of 2021. Part of that plan includes funding for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs). The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making approximately 1,300 of these vouchers available to KCHA, Seattle Housing Authority, and Renton Housing Authority.

  EHVs are specifically to help those people who are:

  - Homeless,
  - At risk of homelessness,
  - Fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, or
  - Were recently homeless or have a high risk of housing instability.

  If any of these apply to you, you may be eligible for an EHV. Disclaimer: Due to high demand not everyone who is eligible for an Emergency Housing Voucher may receive one.

  King County's Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) is in charge of determining eligibility for EHVs. To determine your eligibility for an EHV, schedule an appointment at one of CEA's Regional Access Points in King County.

  NOTE: This does not affect the 2020 HCV Waiting List. If you do not qualify for an EHV and you are on the 2020 HCV Waiting List, you will NOT lose your place in line.

  If you have any questions about Emergency Housing Vouchers, please contact one of the regional access points. Additional information about CEA can be found at www.kingcounty.gov/cea.

• KCHA, King County, and the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs launch new program to help homeles veterans in King County

  In partnership with King County and the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs, KCHA has launched a new program aimed to house more homeless veterans in King County.

  The "Collaborative Case Management" pilot program is the first of its kind in the nation, utilizing federal housing vouchers and local support services to find stable homes for more than 140 veterans.

• King County rent assistance for households economically affected by the coronavirus is here!

  The Tenant Pool is now open for individuals or households needing rental assistance.

  Apply today! If you need language assistance, please contact: 206-477-1331.

  King County's rental assistance program supports households economically impacted by the coronavirus due to illness, loss of income or unemployment who have been unable to meet rent obligations. The program seeks to help those who are at risk or may become at risk for eviction. Appy or check the status of your application here.

• FCC to help pay for broadband access

  The Federal Communications Commssion will provide some low-income households with assistance of up to $50 a month to help cover internet bills. The $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit is open to households that participate in existing low-income or pandemic relief programs offered by high-speed internet providers, as well as to subscribers to the FCC's Lifeline program, including people receiving Medicaid, SNAP, or SSI benefits, and those who have lost jobs during the pandemic.

• Statment denouncing acts of hate against Asians and Asian Americans
• Statement on racism, discrimination and violence from the Executive Director

What Does Pha Stand for in Housing

Source: https://www.kcha.org/

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