COTS Transitional Housing

Transitional housing is for people who are committed to regaining independence but need a little support to completely transition from emergency shelter to housing. Residents can live here for up to 24 months after leaving shelter, and are able to build good credit records while receiving support and services from COTS that enable them to live more independently.

THE SMITH HOUSE

Opened in the spring of 2002, this facility provides low-cost housing for up to 7 COTS clients who are transitioning from shelter and working with staff to overcome complex financial, health and/or substance-abuse issues. On average, 70 percent of the individuals living here move into permanent housing each year.

HOUSING FOR VETERANS

This summer, construction will begin in Winooski for a new facility that will provide much-needed housing and support services for homeless veterans. There will be 20 units of transitional housing and 8 units of permanent housing. The program is funded in part by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in response to the growing number of homeless veterans in Vermont and nationwide.

COTS Permanent Housing

THE WILSON

Purchased by COTS in 1984, this former hotel provides 22 single-room occupancy (SRO) units for people who are living independently and share a common kitchen. A longtime COTS employee serves as resident manager.

ST. JOHN’S HALL

Opened in 1991, St. John’s Hall provides 18 single-room-occupancy (SRO) units and 4 apartments. Like the Wilson, St. John’s provides permanent, low-cost housing for residents who are living independently.

HOUSING FOR VETERANS

A new facility under construction in Winooski (see above) will include 8 units of permanent, supportive housing as well as 20 units of transitional housing for homeless vets.

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