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We are Greater Cincinnati’s nonprofit devoted to positively changing lives in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Through HIV prevention, housing and care, our work to end the HIV epidemic is essential to a healthy community.
Move toward greater levels of independence, stability and health with an affordable, safe place to call home.
We provide housing and support services to individuals living with HIV, and their families, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Please Note
We are not currently accepting new applications for these programs. While our housing assistance is a vital resource, availability is limited even when applications are open. In the interim, we are accepting applications for a One-Time Housing Assistance Payment for those who are eligible.
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We can help pay rent or utility cost in the short term. We are unable at this time to assist with security deposits or mortgage payments. For more information, please call our housing help line at (513) 872-3001 or via email at [email protected].
Eligibility
If you are experiencing homelessness
Caracole has long-term housing subsidies scattered throughout the community with private landlords. Most of our long-term subsidies are reserved for people experiencing homelessness.
If you are homeless, contact your shelter or street outreach worker to talk about the housing options available to you.
Due to the shortage of affordable housing in our community, it may be difficult to assist everyone who needs help.
Our region is home to many partner agencies that provide assistance:
To find other community services to meet your needs: dial 211 or visit United Way of Greater Cincinnati 2-1-1 Community Resource Directory
If you need shelter, call the Central Access Point CAP Line at (513) 381-SAFE (7233).
To apply for food stamps, Medicaid, and cash assistance in Hamilton County, visit Job and Family Services
To connect with mental health or addiction services in Hamilton County, visit the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
To get on a wait list for subsidized housing, visit Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority.
Caracole wants to make sure that you and your friends and family are treated with respect. Your rights are listed below. If we have not lived up to this promise, we need you to let us know. Please download and follow our guide to report a concern.
Caracole Housing clients have additional rights and responsibilities regarding our rental subsidies and the HMIS (Information System).
For details, visit:
HMIS Consent Form
Occupancy, Tenancy and Assistance Termination
Caracole provides housing and support services to individuals living with HIV, and their families, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Once a referral is made from Shelterhouse or your case manager, Caracole housing staff will review your application and may get in touch with you to clarify your situation and needs. Once you are approved for assistance, you will need to complete intake and provide some documentation. Then staff can work with you on finding housing or making assistance payments. This process can take several weeks depending on program availability and your needs.
Caracole does not have emergency housing. If you need emergency housing, it is best to contact the CAP line at 513.381.7233 to get information about local shelters and rental assistance programs.
You can also go to one of these Shelterhouse locations:
Unfortunately, Caracole does not have immediate or emergency housing services. If you have an immediate housing need, it is best to contact the CAP line at 513.381.SAFE (7233) for information on local shelters and shelter diversion programs.
To find an available shelter, please call the Central Access Point (CAP) Line at 513.381.SAFE (7233). Intake specialists will gather information about your situation and help place you in a shelter or provide a referral to a partner agency for help.
Caracole’s housing programs are only for people who are HIV positive.
Unfortunately, we are unable to assist you with the cost of moving expenses. Please call the United Way at 211 to see if other community resources are available.