Abstract
This study explores the lived experiences of formerly homeless residents living in Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) programs. Qualitative interview data collected from four (4) current residents, and six (6) service providers were analyzed to identify key contributing factors to the success of PSH and examine their perceptions of challenges and areas of improvement. The analysis revealed various factors that residents consider important for PSH success, such as affordability/permanence and a place to call home, as well as perceive challenges and room for improvements such as providing mandatory mental health and substance abuse treatment services and mandatory sense of community. Ethical considerations were also addressed in the study. Overall, this research provides valuable insights into the experiences of PSH residents and sheds light on ways to improve the effectiveness of PSH programs.