Northwest Indiana Structured Living Initiative
What We Offer

Housing & Supportive Services

NWISLI provides a comprehensive range of housing and supportive services designed to promote stability, dignity, and long-term independence for individuals across Northwest Indiana.

Supportive HousingVeteran SupportReentry HousingFoster YouthSenior HousingLife SkillsResource NavigationEmployment ReferralsHousing Stabilization
Our Programs

Comprehensive housing and supportive services

From structured housing to life skills development, NWISLI offers a full range of services to support residents on the path to long-term stability.

Supportive Housing & Structured Living

Our structured living program provides a safe, stable residential environment with clear expectations and built-in accountability. Residents benefit from a supportive community structure that promotes stability and positive outcomes.

  • Safe, maintained residential housing
  • Structured living environment
  • Community accountability
  • Resident success planning

Housing Stabilization Assistance

We help individuals who are at risk of losing housing or who need support to maintain stable living situations. Our team provides practical assistance, resource navigation, and stability planning.

  • Stability planning support
  • Resource navigation
  • Connection to housing benefits
  • Case coordination

Veteran Housing Support

NWISLI provides housing and resources specifically designed to honor and support those who have served. Our veteran-friendly environment offers stability, community, and access to veteran-specific resources.

  • Veteran-friendly housing
  • Connection to veteran resources
  • Peer community support
  • Stability & independence planning

Reentry Housing Opportunities

We provide safe housing options for individuals returning from incarceration who are committed to rebuilding stable lives. Our structured environment supports reintegration with dignity and practical assistance.

  • Dignified reentry housing
  • Structured reintegration support
  • Connection to reentry resources
  • Stability & accountability

Former Foster Youth Housing

Young adults aging out of the foster care system face unique housing challenges. NWISLI provides transitional housing and supportive services to help former foster youth build a stable foundation.

  • Transitional housing support
  • Life skills development
  • Independent living assistance
  • Connection to youth resources

Senior Housing Support

Older adults deserving safe, dignified housing options are a priority population for NWISLI. We provide housing environments that respect the needs and dignity of senior residents.

  • Senior-friendly housing
  • Dignified, safe environment
  • Support services access
  • Community connection
Additional Supportive Services

Program Standards

What we expect from residents

Our structured living environment works because residents commit to shared standards that create a safe and stable community for everyone.

Resident Expectations

  • Pay rent on time when applicable
  • Maintain clean living areas
  • Participate in housing stability meetings
  • Respect fellow residents
  • Follow all property rules
  • Report maintenance issues promptly
  • Work toward income, employment, education, or long-term housing stability

Community Safety Standards

NWISLI maintains a safe, respectful environment for all residents. The following are not permitted:

  • Violence or threats of any kind
  • Theft or property damage
  • Weapons on the property
  • Serious criminal activity
  • Illegal drug activity on the property
  • Repeated lease or program violations
Housing First principles may be used to support stability while maintaining community safety.

Safe housing changes lives. Strong communities change generations.

NWISLI — Building Stability. Restoring Hope. Empowering Communities.

Need housing support or want to refer someone?

We are currently accepting housing applications and agency referrals from partner organizations across Northwest Indiana.