DOORWAYS Housing
Queer AffirmingDescription
Provides housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS. An interfaith organization established in 1988, whose sole mission is the provision of safe, secure and affordable housing for people living with HIV/AIDS. Provides a complete continuum of housing options ranging from direct rental subsidy to licensed residential care units. Services available 15 Missouri and Illinois counties surrounding the metropolitan St. Louis region.
Services offered: Provides housing and related services to those affected by HIV/AIDS, has many housing programs for varying situations
Accessibility: Need a verified diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, proof of financial need, and should be enrolled in HIV/AIDS case management services through an agency; once you are enrolled in case management, you can be referred to DOORWAYS by health care providers, social service providers and case managers
Staff completed one trans competency training with Trans Housing Initiative St. Louis in January 2024.
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
- Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
- Accessibility: Need a verified diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, proof of financial need, and should be enrolled in HIV/AIDS case management services through an agency; once you are enrolled in case management, you can be referred to DOORWAYS by health care providers, social service providers and case managers
People with HIV or AIDS
- Yes
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
- Yes
Location(s) Served Notes
- metropolitan St. louis as well as outstate Missouri and Illinois
State
- Missouri
- Illinois
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Vetted or Listed As Queer-Affirming
- Yes: Vetted by PrideSTL
Vetted or Verified by Student Peer Counselors
- Yes: Verified by WashU’s Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP) Center
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies
- Has Confidentiality Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Sexual Orientation
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Sexual Orientation
- Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Clientele
- Hiring Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Staff
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies
- Has Confidentiality Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
- Dress Code Includes Diverse Gender Expressions
- Asks For & Respects People's Pronouns
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Gender & Pronouns
- Offers Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, Single Stall Bathrooms, or Private Changing Areas
- Staff is Trained in Trans Issues
- Curriculum or Content Includes Trans Perspectives
- Supports Gender-Affirming Self-Care Rituals (e.g. Binding, Tucking, Packing)
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Clientele
- Hiring Policies Promote Gender Diversity Among Staff
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
- Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
- Works With Black & Brown People Without Involving Institutional Authorities
- Dress Code Includes Diverse Racial & Ethnic Norms
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Race & Ethnicity
- Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
- Uses Black/BIPOC-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
- Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
- Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff
Other Accessibility Factors
COVID Guidelines: Proof of Vaccination / Neg Test
- Requires proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID test
COVID Guidelines: Notes
- Masking and social distancing encouraged "when needed"
Ways to Access Resource: Notes
- Referral-based agency. Clients need to begin with a Ryan White Case Manager first and are then referred to Doorways.
Cost
- Sliding Scale (fee based on income and other factors)
- Payment Assistance Available
Language Interpretation Offered
- Does not offer language interpretation
Language Interpretation Offered Notes
- Has brought in interpreters when needed
Language Translation Offered
- Does not offer language translation
Documentation Required Notes
- Documentation is required, speak to program staff to see what type is required
Confidentiality
- HIPAA compliant
Relationship with Carceral Systems Notes
- "We Actively Work with the Police, Courts, and other Criminal Legal Systems"
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices
- Ramp(s) available
- Elevator(s) available
- Automatic Doors Available
- Accessible Parking available
Bathrooms Available
- Bathrooms available for free
- Bathrooms contain a grab/transfer bar/hook
Caretaker Accommodations
- Child/Adult changing tables/areas available in family restrooms