Evolving Life Planning Solutions

About the Organization

Organization category

Public Charity

Country / State

United States / Virginia

Mission

To provide safe, supportive housing and community-based resources that empower veterans, displaced individuals, and families to achieve stability, independence, and long-term success.

Programs or services

Providing safe, structured transitional housing with individualized support plans that promote housing stability, personal growth, and long-term independence.

Our Supportive services include:
Housing stabilization
Resource navigation
Financial literacy
Employment assistance
Goal planning
Community referrals
Life-skills development
Veteran resource coordination
Case management coordination

Detailed programs

Evolving Life Planning Solutions (ELPS) provides safe, structured transitional housing and individualized support services for veterans, displaced individuals, and families experiencing housing instability. Our program is designed to bridge the gap between crisis and long-term independence by offering stable housing combined with personalized life planning.

Residents receive:
Safe, fully furnished transitional housing
Individual Success Planning
Employment and career readiness assistance
Financial literacy and budgeting education
Housing stabilization and permanent housing navigation
Transportation coordination through community partnerships
Referrals for healthcare, mental health, peer recovery, and veteran services
Case coordination with local agencies and community partners
Life skills development focused on long-term self-sufficiency

Our program emphasizes accountability, dignity, personal responsibility, and community support while empowering participants to transition into permanent housing and independent living.

Target Audience

Our primary population of whom we serve are:
Veterans
Veteran families
Families experiencing housing instability
Individuals transitioning from crisis to stability
Adults seeking structured transitional housing and support services

Geographic Focus

United States, Virginia (USA)

Current projects

Henrico County Transitional Home:
Preparing our flagship transitional housing residence
Furnishing bedrooms and common areas
Installing safety equipment
Developing resident programming
Building referral partnerships with the Department of Veterans Affairs, local housing agencies, and community organizations
Chesterfield County Expansion:
Preparing an additional transitional housing property to expand services for veterans and displaced individuals.

Petersburg Expansion:
Planning an additional property that will increase housing capacity and allow ELPS to serve more individuals and families throughout the Tri-Cities region.

In addition to property development, ELPS is actively establishing strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, workforce development agencies, and veteran service organizations to create a comprehensive network of support.

Organization goals

Short-Term Goals (12 Months)
Launch the first ELPS transitional housing residence.
Serve veterans, displaced individuals, and families experiencing housing instability.
Establish referral partnerships with VA programs, housing agencies, and community organizations.
Secure sustainable grant funding and corporate partnerships.
Develop measurable program outcomes for housing stability and resident success.
Mid-Term Goals (2–3 Years)
Expand into multiple transitional housing properties throughout Central Virginia.
Increase housing capacity and supportive services.
Build partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and healthcare providers.
Develop specialized programming for veterans, families, and individuals in recovery.
Long-Term Vision

ELPS envisions becoming a leading provider of transitional housing and supportive services throughout Virginia, creating communities where every individual has access to safe housing, essential resources, and opportunities for lasting independence. Our long-term goal is to establish a network of housing communities that empower residents to move from crisis to stability, from dependence to self-sufficiency, and from uncertainty to hope.

Leadership

Evolving Life Planning Solutions was co-founded by a veteran, Tasha K. Coles-Tatem, who understands firsthand the importance of stability, service, and community. This lived experience shapes our commitment to creating safe, supportive environments where veterans, displaced individuals, and families can rebuild their lives with dignity, purpose, and hope.
Tasha K. Coles-Tatem
Executive Director
804-499-9505
mstasha@elpscommunity.org

Funding Needs

Grant categories you're seeking

Community Services, Homeless, Housing, Operating Support, Quality of Life, Veterans and Military

Funding needs

ELPS is seeking financial support to expand transitional housing opportunities and strengthen supportive services for individuals experiencing housing instability.

Current funding priorities include:
Property rehabilitation and repairs
Furnishings and household essentials
Beds, mattresses, linens, and resident welcome kits
Safety and security improvements
Utilities and operational expenses
Program staffing
Transportation assistance
Life skills and workforce development programming
Emergency resident assistance
Technology and administrative infrastructure
Community outreach and partnership development

Funding will directly increase our ability to provide safe housing, individualized support, and long-term pathways toward independence.

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