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alternatives exist for individuals who have obtained employment but have <br />not saved enough money to move into a private rental situation. <br />Transitional needs for several groups will be addressed during this <br />period. <br />Regarding other persons with special needs, local governments will <br />continue to support activities of local organizations that provide housing <br />assistance to special populations through federal and state programs of <br />grants and loans. Assisted housing opportunities for persons with <br />special needs should provide a continuum of choices that offer transition <br />from supervised housing situations to independent living with minimal <br />support. Coordination of housing assistance with increased funds for <br />case management is critical to programs for persons with special needs <br />if attempts at "mainstreaming" clients is to be successful. <br />Geographic distribution. Funds will be distributed equally among the <br />jurisdictions proportional to the needs identified on an annual basis. <br />25 <br />