Housing Services
A Safe Place to Start Over
Our housing programs provide more than shelter — intensive case management, wraparound support services, and a clear path to permanent independence for Utah County residents.
Our Approach
Housing Is the Foundation
For more than 30 years, Food & Care Coalition has provided housing because we know that nothing else — not employment, not sobriety, not health — holds together without a stable place to live. When someone has their own space, they can plan. They can sleep. They can start again.
We operate two distinct programs: an on-site Transitional Housing Program for individuals working toward independence, and Candlelight Villas, 72 units of permanent supportive housing. Together, they form a continuum — from a safe first step to a lasting home.
Two Programs, One Continuum
Our Housing Programs
On-site · Private furnished units · Case management included
Transitional Housing Program
Our on-site Transitional Housing Program provides private furnished units on our Provo campus — designed for individuals who need structure, support, and time to stabilize. This is our most case management–intensive program: residents meet regularly with a dedicated case manager, set concrete goals, and access the full range of Coalition services on their path to permanent housing.
72 units · 1-bedroom apartments · Permanent housing
Candlelight Villas
Opened in 2022, Candlelight Villas is a community of 72 permanent supportive housing apartments a short distance from our main campus. Each unit is a fully furnished, private 1-bedroom apartment. Residents receive ongoing case management and connect with on-site partners including Wasatch Mental Health, the VA, and My Story Matters.
Wraparound Support
More Than a Room
Every housing resident has access to the full range of Food & Care Coalition services — all under one roof.
Case Management
Regular one-on-one meetings with a dedicated case manager to set goals, navigate resources, and build a concrete plan toward independence.
Three Meals a Day
Hot breakfast, lunch, and dinner served 365 days a year in our dining room — included for all housing residents.
Mental Health Services
Licensed counseling and mental health support through our on-site partnership with Wasatch Mental Health.
Job Readiness
Employment coaching, resume help, and job search support to help residents build financial independence.
Legal Aid
Monthly legal outreach through the Timpanogas Legal Center — help with housing disputes, benefits, and custody matters.
On-Site Partners
USU nutrition research, My Story Matters personal development, VA VASH vouchers for veterans, and more.
2025 Results
Housing That Works
0
bed nights provided in 2025
0%
of residents exit into permanent housing — more than double the state average
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housing retention rate
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total housing units across both programs
The Path Forward
How Housing Works at Food & Care
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Come to us
Walk in, call, or reach out through our contact form. No appointment needed to start the conversation.
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Assessment
We sit down with you to understand your situation, your goals, and which program is the right fit.
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Placement
Once accepted, you're placed in our Transitional Housing Program in a private furnished unit on our Provo campus.
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Support & case management
Meet regularly with your case manager, access meals, mental health services, job readiness programs, and our full network of on-site partners.
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Move to permanent housing
When you're ready, we help you transition into permanent housing — at Candlelight Villas or in the broader community — with a plan and support in place.
Success Story
“You can't put a value on having a safe place to sleep.”
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you need housing or want to support the programs that provide it — reach out. We're here seven days a week.