From the DC Department of Housing and Human Services website:

What is RRH-I? 

RRH-I is a short-term subsidy program that assists individuals experiencing homelessness find affordable permanent housing. 

What is provided? 

Up to 12 months of subsidy based on need, including:

• Moving assistance, including first month’s rent and security deposit and bedding and household essentials 

• Assistance with utilities 

• Case management services that will partner with you to address your identified goals 

What is expected of clients? 

• Connecting with your assigned case manager to discuss your service plan and goals at least 4 times a month 

• Actively participate in your housing search 

• Create and participant in your goal plan that will lead to housing stability 

• Pay 30% of your monthly gross income towards housing payments 

• Provide income verification 

• Pay your portion of rent and utilities on time 

Why should you participate? 

You will receive assistance with the following: 

• Locating affordable housing 

• Moving costs, including: First month’s rent and security deposit 

• Bedding and household essentials 

• Identifying and accessing employment services 

• Connecting to other community resources  

• Budgeting for long-term financial support 

• Support to assist you in meeting your identified goals 

• No income maximum amount