Housing
What is one of the main goals of SHP?
To help individuals build skills to maintain housing and increase independence.
What is the purpose of weekly SHP case management sessions?
To work on goals, build skills, problem solve, and support independence.
What is the difference between a need and a want?
A need is something necessary for daily living; a want is something you would like but can live without.
Name one healthy coping skill you can use when feeling overwhelmed.
Taking a walk, breathing exercises, listening to music, talking with supports.
Why is it important to know your community resources?
So you know where to get help when you need it.
True or False: SHP staff are here to do everything for clients so they do not have to do things themselves.
False. SHP supports clients in learning and completing skills independently.
True or False: A case manager can help support a client with appointments, but the client should be involved in managing their own care.
True.
You receive your monthly income. What should you think about before spending it?
Rent, bills, food, transportation, medications, and other needs.
Why is attending mental health appointments important?
To receive support, manage symptoms, and work toward recovery goals.
Name one community resource that can help with food needs.
Food banks, community food programs, or other local resources.
Name three things that help someone maintain their apartment.
Cleaning regularly, following apartment rules, paying rent, reporting maintenance issues, managing belongings.
Name two things you can discuss during a case management session.
Goals, housing, budgeting, appointments, mental health, barriers, daily living skills.
True or False: Saving even a small amount of money can help build financial stability.
True.
True or False: If you notice symptoms getting worse, it is better to wait and hope they go away.
False. Reaching out early can prevent problems from increasing.
You need something fixed in your apartment. Who should you contact?
SHP Office or your case manager.
Your apartment inspection shows dishes piled up, trash overflowing, and food left out. What skills should you work on?
Cleaning routines, organization, hygiene, and maintaining a safe living environment.
You have an appointment coming up but do not know where it is or what to expect. What can you do?
Ask for support, confirm details, prepare questions, and plan ahead.
You only have $20 left for the month. What are some steps you can take?
Review your budget, prioritize needs, avoid unnecessary spending, and ask for support if needed.
A client stops taking medication because they feel better. What could be a concern?
Symptoms may return or become harder to manage; they should talk with their provider.
Your goal is to become more independent. What is one skill you can practice in the community?
Using transportation, attending appointments, shopping, budgeting, asking for help.
A client is struggling to keep their apartment clean, attend appointments, and complete daily tasks. What should they do to start making progress?
Identify areas they need support with, work with their SHP team to create a plan, practice skills regularly, and take steps toward completing tasks more independently.
Why is it important to communicate with your SHP team when you are struggling?
So problems can be addressed early before they become bigger concerns.
A client’s goal is to save money for a car. What are three steps they can take to work toward this goal?
Create a savings goal, budget money toward savings, reduce unnecessary spending, and track progress.
Name three parts of taking care of your wellness.
Medication management, appointments, coping skills, sleep, nutrition, exercise, support systems.
A client is ready to transition out of SHP. What skills should they have practiced?
Maintaining housing, managing appointments, budgeting, using supports, and solving problems independently.