Many individuals with mental health or substance use issues are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or housed in environments unsuitable for recovery. The Overcoming Barriers to Housing Webinar Series, produced by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Homeless and Housing Resource Network (HHRN), will provide attendees with guidance on helping individuals experiencing homelessness overcome common barriers to accessing safe and affordable permanent housing.
 
The first webinar in the series, Addressing Circumstances from the Past, will provide attendees with an understanding of the housing barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness who also have a history of criminal justice involvement, less than honorable discharge from the military, or problematic rental history (including evictions and utility arrears), as well as guidance on how to help these individuals and families access permanent housing.