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RAPID REHOUSING

Rapid Rehousing supports individuals and whānau to move quickly out of homelessness and into safe, permanent homes, with ongoing support to settle in, sustain their tenancy, and build stability so they can move forward with confidence and avoid returning to homelessness.

What is Rapid Rehousing?

Rapid Rehousing is a programme that supports individuals and whānau who are recently homeless or currently experiencing homelessness to quickly access safe, permanent housing and maintain their tenancies.

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The goal is to prevent the development of complex needs that often arise from long-term homelessness and to reduce the likelihood of returning to homelessness in the future.​​

​Key features of Rapid Rehousing

  • Immediate access to housing with no preconditions or housing-readiness requirements

  • Whānau choice and self-determination at every step

  • Harm reduction and recovery-oriented support

  • Individualised, person-driven services tailored to each whānau

  • Connection to community supports that encourage long-term stability and wellbeing

What support looks like

Our kaimahi work alongside whānau to:

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  • Secure safe and suitable permanent housing

  • Navigate Work and Income, Kāinga Ora, and other essential services

  • Access healthcare, counselling, and addiction support

  • Build daily living skills to sustain a successful tenancy

  • Strengthen whānau connections and cultural wellbeing

  • Integrate into their community in a way that feels safe and meaningful

By helping whānau secure stable housing quickly, Rapid Rehousing:

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  • Reduces the harms associated with prolonged homelessness

  • Supports long-term wellbeing and independence

  • Prevents future episodes of homelessness

  • Creates opportunities for whānau to thrive

Why Rapid Rehousing matters

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