The Foundations House in Port Huron provides housing for seniors in the community who may otherwise be experiencing homelessness or who may be on the brink. The low inventory of available housing makes it difficult for seniors, and anyone else, to find an affordable rental right now.
Erin Goodman, the Elderly/Disabled Service Coordinator with the Port Huron Housing Commission said the Foundations House “provides seniors in our community who are experiencing homelessness a place to call home, while they find a permanent housing solution. These seniors will be matched with resources in the community to ensure their success in finding permanent housing.”
The fully furnished two-bedroom home currently has a partial vacancy. Referrals are made through the Blue Water Community Action Agency.
The St. Clair County Commission on Aging is funding the Foundations house with revenue from the senior millage fund. The idea came about through Housing Matters, Inc, a non-profit that explores housing needs in the community. The Foundations House is for seniors age 60 and older.
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
