Privacy Policy: Housing Homeless Individuals in Reentry.
1. Introduction:
- Heroic Housing is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information collected from individuals participating in our programs. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard this information.
2. Information Collected:
- a. Personal Information: We may collect personal information, including but not limited to names, addresses, contact details, social security numbers, and demographic information, to facilitate housing assistance and support services.
- b. Sensitive Information: In some cases, we may collect sensitive information related to health, mental health, and service-connected issues to provide appropriate care and support.
3. Purpose of Information Collection:
- a. To assess eligibility and determine appropriate housing solutions.
- b. To provide necessary support services, including healthcare, employment assistance, and case management.
- c. To comply with reporting requirements and secure funding for our programs.
- d. To improve and evaluate the effectiveness of our housing initiatives.
4. Consent:
- a. We obtain explicit consent from individuals before collecting any personal or sensitive information.
- b. Individuals have the right to withdraw their consent at any time, with the understanding that it may impact our ability to provide housing and support services.
5. Data Security:
- a. Heroic Housing employs industry-standard security measures to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of personal information.
- b. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only.
6. Information Sharing:
- a. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
7. Retention and Disposal:
- a. Personal information is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
- b. Information is securely disposed of when no longer needed, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
8. Individual Rights:
- a. Individuals have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of their personal information.
- b. Requests regarding personal information can be made to the designated privacy officer.
9. Updates to the Privacy Policy:
- a. This Privacy Policy is subject to periodic review and may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws.
- b. Updates will be communicated to individuals through appropriate channels.
10. Contact Information:
- a. For questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, please contact the designated privacy officer at scottgroup010@heroichousing.com OR scottgroup010@gmail.com
Effective Date:
This Privacy Policy aims to ensure transparency and trust in our interactions with the homeless or individuals at risk of becoming homeless, underscoring our commitment to their privacy and well-being.