Second chance re-entry housing Atlanta with Positive Transition Services

Brave Heart veteran housing Atlanta with Positive Transition Services? This month PTS would like to recognize James Jones for being a GOOD NEIGHBOR!! Hisimpeccable social skills and craftsmanship has caught everyone’s attention. James, afocused and determined college student at Atlanta Technical College, has never asked but isalways giving. This month when PTS lacked manpower to swiftly mobilize and assemblefurniture to receive two residents in dire need of transitioning out of an emergency shelter,James stepped right in with a helping “handy” hand. As a result of James quick and wittyactions, PTS was able to end homelessness for these two now, very grateful men. We trulyappreciate you James Jones!!

Positive Transition Services (PTS) is a premier provider of supportive housing and care management services for special populations including the chronically mentally ill, HIV/AIDS population, homeless veterans, homeless families, and men/women living with addiction. Our organization is a well-established 501c3 organization with a reputable reputation in the community. We offer premium, professional supportive housing services for entities such as the Veterans Administration, the State of Georgia, Fulton County Superior court, the City of Atlanta, Marta, and a host of medical providers just to name a few. We are a certified organization that meets high, rigorous industry standards; this includes maintaining a zero-tolerance drug policy. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of in-home supportive services possible while utilizing our years of experience and expertise to tailor care plans to each individual.

We’re a non-profit community that believes in the dignity of all people and the world. We believe that homelessness is not a “natural” condition, but is the result of a series of social and economic factors that have marginalized an already vulnerable population. PTS facilitates a positive transition for our youth and families by linking them to resources in the community, providing mentors, and encouraging personal development through life skills and educational opportunities. We strive to improve and transform the quality of lives of families experiencing homelessness and poverty by providing permanent housing, education, resources, and support. Dedicated to increasing self-sufficiency, we collaborate with community leaders in both the public and private sectors who are invested in transforming communities of underserved individuals, veterans & Seniors.

Our services and housing opportunities are provided free or at low cost. Shifting lives and enriching communities. Positive Transition Services is dedicated to creating a positive path for adults with hardships and disabling mental illness. Created by people who have lived or worked in the field, our staff provides freedom from unneeded burdens: isolation, loneliness, and frustration. We offer affordable housing options coupled with free supportive services provided by top-notch professionals, clinicians, and educators. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual veteran. We believe in meeting people where they are at and assisting them in making healthy decisions along their journey toward recovery and independence. We aspire to empower each veteran to be as independent as possible without losing overall oversight of their health care needs.

Positive Transition Services non-profit where we are committed to fighting to end homelessness by maximizing resources and minimizing gaps! Our #1 goal is to ensure we transition lives that are meaningful and positive through affordable housing and supportive services. Bartola Anderson is a well-educated professional dedicated to serving her community in any way possible. The Atlanta native struggled for years with homelessness, depression, poverty, and addiction- all while single-handedly raising two children in a high crime environment. Eventually, Ms. Anderson reconnected with Christ and successfully turned her life around. She attended Clayton State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and obtained her Master’s Degree in Education from Central Michigan University. As a woman with difficult experiences of her own, Ms. Anderson routinely draws on her first-hand experience during the everyday operation of Positive Transition Services. She knows how valuable a helping hand can be in a trying time. It can literally be the difference between someone overcoming or succumbing to their trials in life.

At Positive Transition Services, we firmly believe thatthe key to ensuring the lives we help rebuild remainthat way requires a comprehensive and holisticapproach. Our approach gives the populations weserve the best chance at getting off the streets andstaying off the streets. Along with the belowmentioned services, we offer Free onsitepersonalized recovery treatment and substanceabuse prevention services.

Over 90% of our residents come to us with no income or support.Delivering essential necessities is paramount to thetreatmentand care we provide to our residents. From day one ofenrollment, our residents receive month-to-month supplies ofclothing, COVID-19 supplies such as masks and hand sanitizers,household cleaning supplies, free laundry services and freefood. In an ongoing effort to support our residents with transitioning,PTS covers all costs associated with our clients receivingfurniture from the Furniture Bank in the community. We alsoprovide each resident with household items, bedding, and muchmore.

Positive Transition Services Intern Spotlight: What do you expect to gain from this internship? My hopes are that I will gain the knowledge necessary to make me a proficient socialworker capable of handling even the most complex cases as well as serving people in away that speaks to the true nature of what social work is. Favorite part about working with PTS? My favorite part so far has been the relationships that I’ve developed during my time here.I believe firmly that good relationships are the foundation of successful outcomes. Find extra details on Second Chance Re-Entry Housing.

Recently, we had an appreciation luncheon for theamazing staff at Shamrock Gardens Apartments inhonor of their awesome efforts in assuring that PTSruns smoothly.This small token of appreciation could never amountto the over and above exemplary service we receiveon a daily basis.Our success as an organization is in part with support from organizations like ShamrockGardens.They are truly PTS family and we appreciate all they do! Hats off to an amazing staff!!!