7403.1 Housing Navigation Services help an individual plan for, find, and move to housing of their own in the community.

7403.2 Housing Navigation Services include assisting the individual to:

1. (a) Obtain key documents needed for the housing application process;
2. (b) Complete the housing application process, including following up with key partners (such as landlords and government agencies) to ensure receipt and processing of documents;
3. (c) Complete the housing search process, including helping the individual identify neighborhood and unit needs and preferences, potential barriers (to avoid applying for units for which they will be screened out), helping identify possible units, and assisting the individual to view units as needed;
4. (d) Identify resources to cover expenses such as security deposit, moving costs, furnishings, adaptive aids, environmental modifications, moving costs and other one-time expenses not covered by Medicaid;
5. (e) Coordinate a unit inspection with the DC Housing Authority and the housing provider or landlord to ensure a unit is safe and ready for habitation;
6. (f) Arrange for and support the details of the move;
7. (g) Develop a housing support crisis plan that includes prevention and early intervention services when housing is jeopardized; and
8. (h) Request an assessment of long-term home and community-based services and supports.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 006868 (June 7, 2024).