Gateway Housing First
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In Operation
Trans AffirmingDescription
"The mission of Gateway Housing First, Inc. is to provide safe, high-quality, affordable, supportive housing to individuals and families challenged by a wide range of disabilities, complex disorders and life situations who are often impacted by chronic homelessness, generational poverty, trauma and systemic racism. We own and develop permanent supportive housing units across St. Louis City and County, some of which has 24 hour behavioral health supports while others are more independent. We also administer a few rental assistance programs through the Continuum of Care. However all referrals for these programs must go through Coordinated Entry."
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
"Most all of our properties require verification of disability, proof of extremely-low income and history of homelessness/housing instability. Different properties have different requirements based on the funding associated with the property. Some properties are subsidized while others would require a subsidy/income in order to afford the rent."
Disability Or Chronic Health Condition
Hearing Impairment
Intellectual or Learning
Neurological
Physical
Psychiatric/Mental Health
Visual Impairment
Chronic Pain
Homebound
Housing Status
Unhoused
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
Yes
Locations Served Notes
St. Louis City and County.
State
Missouri
County
St. Louis City (MO)
St. Louis County (MO)
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Vetted Or Listed As Trans Affirming
Yes: Vetted by THISTL
Sexual Orientation Affirming Policies
Has Confidentiality Policies around Sexual Orientation
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Sexual Orientation
Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues
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
Asks For & Respects People's Pronouns
Offers Gender-Neutral Bathrooms, Single Stall Bathrooms, or Private Changing Areas
Staff is Trained in Trans Issues
People Can Use Bathrooms Aligned with Their Gender Identity
Uses Gender-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
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
Gender Identity Affirming Policies Notes
Has been trained by THISTL and has committed to reviewing and updating their policies to support Equal Access. Supports placements in accordance with gender identity and are happy to serve Non-Binary and gender nonconforming clients.
Immigrant Affirming Policies
Does Not Currently Have Immigrant-Affirming Policies
Blackbipoc Affirming Policies
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Works With Black & Brown People Without Involving Institutional Authorities
Uses Black/BIPOC-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff
Other Accessibility Factors
Covidguidelines Proof Of Vaccination
No policy for proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID test
Covid Guidelines Masking Policy
No masking policy
Covid Guidelines Social Distancing
No social distancing policy
Ways To Access Resource Notes
via email to request waitlist application.
Cost Notes
units require that tenants are not rent-burdened, but still responsible for rent portion.
Payment Or Insurance Accepted Notes
rent paid either by money order or via rental subsidy.
Language Interpretation Offered
Does not offer language interpretation
Language Translation Offered
Does not offer language translation
Documentation Required
Social Security Card/Number
Driver's License or State ID
Confidentiality
Has its Own Confidentiality Policies in Place
Relationship With Carceral Systems Notes
"We Sometimes Work with the Police, Courts, and other Criminal Legal Systems"
Accessible To Wheelchairs Mobility Devices
Ramp(s) available
Hands Required to Open Doors
Bathrooms
Bathrooms available for free
Caretaker Accommodations
No caretaker accommodations
Other Conditions For Accessing Service Notes
rental assistance programs are referral-only. Housing is by waitlist. Must be 18 to have a lease in your own name.
Availability
Currently on a waitlist
Also Listed By
211 Resource Database
Start Here STL Resource Guide
SQSHBook is a program led by the St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)
SQSH is a grassroots, queer-led collective dedicated to facilitating healing spaces and providing holistic support for queer St. Louisans to thrive.
Our Peer Support Helpline is open
Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT
Local:
Toll-Free:
4220 Duncan Ave, Suite 201
St. Louis, MO 63110
