Drug Elimination Program
The Drug Elimination Program (DEP), established under the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, aimed to assist public and Indian housing communities in tackling drug-related issues and crime. Despite federal defunding, the Peoria Housing Authority (PHA) continues to value its principles, particularly in educating the youth about the severe impacts of drug and alcohol misuse on health, family, and community life. The PHA believes in the potential of our youth as the future of our communities and considers even a single success in breaking the cycle of dependency a significant achievement.
Eligibility Guidelines
Eligibility for this program requires that your household income does not surpass HUD Income Guidelines. The amount of funding you can receive from the PHA DPA Grant varies based on your income, with a maximum of 20% of the home’s purchase price or up to $18,000. Those above the low-income threshold can still apply but may receive a reduced amount, limited to one application per year.
Persons in Family
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80% | $54,768 | $62,592 | $70,416 | $78,240 | $84,499 | $90,758 | $97,018 | $103,277 |
| 100% | $68,460 | $78,240 | $88,020 | $97,800 | $105,624 | $113,448 | $121,272 | $129,096 |
FAQs
Who is eligible for the DEP program?
The PHA community youth are eligible for this program.
What type of activities does this program fund?
The PHA has several activities that the children of our communities can participate in. We take various field trips throughout the year, we have different activities at our main office in Miami such as spring fling and our annual Halloween spook house. We also have our New Year’s Eve stomp dance that everybody is invited to and it provides cultural learning and safe fun for all ages.
Is there a fee to participate?
No, the PHA wants these activities to be a positive experience for all of our youth.
