Adult Housing Services

HBL is a long-term permanent supportive housing facility, that start at month-to-month leasing, for adults living with mental illness. There are 20 apartments at HBL, each apartment is designed for one person. They all have a kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, and come fully furnished (including cooking supplies, furniture, etc.). There are two accessible apartments suitable for those living with a physical/hearing disability. Our communal areas include a large kitchen/community room, a large foyer/TV room, a small TV room, laundry room, med room, and back patio/yard. Emotional Support Animals are welcome.

HBL requires an initial 1-year lease commitment; month to month after the first year. Actively utilizing treatment services is also strongly encouraged.

On-site services include:

• On-site ARMHS
• On-site Case Management
• 24-hour support staff
• Daily medication monitoring
• Weekly medication filling
• Transportation to appointments
• Free laundry
• Nursing Services
• Group Offerings
• Cable/Internet

Screening Criteria:

• A Serious and Persistent Mental Illness Diagnosis (SPMI).
• Qualify for Housing Support with Supplemental Services.
  • HBL is unable to accommodate individuals on waivers (EW, CADI, etc.) due to our funding requirements.
• Has an asset limit not in excess of $10,000 and an annual income limit not in excess of MHFA guidelines.
• No past or current charges of Arson, Methamphetamine Production, Level III Sexual Offense.
• Individuals with Long-Term Homelessness and those at-risk of LTH, including those with inpatient hospitalization and commitment/Jarvis history, and/or repeated exposure with law enforcement are encouraged to apply.

This program features HVMHC partnering with landlords in the Winona area to place clients in private rental units. The size of the unit, amenities, and lease conditions depend on the landlord and are different for each Scattered Site unit. All clients receive meaningful support from HVMHC staff that includes things like assisting with grocery shopping and providing transportation to medical appointments.

Screening criteria are the same as for Hiawatha Bluffs Living but may contain additional criteria based on landlord leasing conditions. A client’s ability to independently maintain an apartment while still being in close partnership with staff is very important.

Landlords: If you are a landlord with at least one rental property and are willing to partner with us or would like more information about partnering with our Scattered Site Housing Program please contact our Supportive Housing Specialist at: housingspecialist@hvmhc.org or (507) 474-6570.

One specific Scattered Site housing option are the apartments at Water’s Edge in Winona. HVMHC supports nine apartments for individuals that qualify as persons with disabilities. These apartment options include 1-bedroom units, 2-bedroom units, and 3-bedroom units. Units come with a bed, linens, and cleaning supplies included. Pets and Emotional Support Animals are welcome.

Water’s Edge requires a lease commitment and the passing of a background check. Please visit the Metro Plains website for more information about the apartment/complex and their lease requirements: https://www.metroplains.com/waters-edge.html.

On-site services include:

• Scheduled Housing Support Staff

Admission Criteria:

• Qualify for Housing Support or Housing Support with Supplemental Services.
• Have an asset limit that does not exceed $10,000.
• No past or current charges (conviction, not arrest) of the following: First Degree Assault, Arson, Manslaughter, Sexual Conduct; First, Second, and Third-Degree Murder; Aggravated Robbery; Kidnapping at any level; and Felony Possession, Use, or Distribution of Child Pornography.
  • Other felony charges may result in denial of an application/lease if the charges occurred within 7 years from the date on application.