The Pennsylvania Community Real Estate Corporation, a nonprofit corporation, operates the D&A permanent housing program, which runs 25 housing units for homeless people with HIV/AIDS. The community of HIV/AIDS and homelessness service organizations makes referrals.

20 of the housing units are one-bedroom units and 5 are three-bedroom units. Housing units are scattered through the city and are inspected every year to make sure they are up to code. Residents contribute 30% of their income to rent, although this can be reduced if a resident’s income increases above certain levels.

Residents of D&A live in housing owned and operated by outside contractors, because the program is run on a Tenant-based Assistance grant. To help residents acclimate to the landlord/tenant relationship, housing counseling is available prior to moving in and during their stay. Counseling also helps residents know what their rights and responsibilities are as tenants. Outside sources provide other services including volunteer outreach, case management, substance abuse treatment, HIV/AIDS medical diagnostic services, mental health supportive services, transportation, meals, and clothing.

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