Applying for the **Single Point of Access (SPA) Housing** program for Nassau or Suffolk County requires navigating a specific centralized intake process, as they provide specialized housing levels of care (such as supervised community residences, apartment treatment, or supported housing) for individuals with mental health or behavioral health needs. The application process depends on whether a licensed case manager is assisting or if it is being handled independently. Step 1: Determine the Submission Method Through an Agency (Preferred): If currently working with a care coordinator, therapist, or shelter case manager, check if their agency has access to the **SPA Online Portal**. Licensed agencies are required to submit applications electronically, allowing them to track the application status directly. * **Paper Application:** If applying independently or working with an agency that lacks portal access, a physical paper application must be completed. The document can be downloaded directly via the [SPA Universal Housing . ### Step 2: Gather Mandatory Supporting Documents The SPA committee will not process an application if it is missing clinical documentation. The following must be attached: * **Psychiatric Evaluation:** Must be dated within **2 years**, include a current diagnosis, and be signed by a licensed Psychiatrist (MD/DO) or a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NPP). * **Psychosocial Evaluation / Core History:** Must be dated within **2 years** and signed by a mental health professional involved in treatment or care coordination. * **Physical Exam & PPD (Tuberculosis test):** Must be dated within **1 year** and signed by an MD, DO, or Nurse Practitioner. * **Physician’s Authorization Form (PAF):** Only required if requesting a higher level of care, such as a *Supervised Community Residence* or *Apartment Treatment*. ### Step 3: Fill Out the Application The form asks for specific structural details regarding the applicant's needs: * **Level of Care Requested:** Select only one option (e.g., Supported Housing, Apartment Treatment, Supervised Residence). * **Specialized Preferences:** Indicate if there is a need for specialized units, such as MICA (Mental Illness/Chemical Addiction), Young Adult services, or Veteran housing. * **Applicant Signature:** If submitting a paper form, the **Applicant Signature Page** must be physically signed and witnessed to authorize the release of information to potential housing providers. ### Step 4: Submit and Follow Up If utilizing the paper route, submit the application along with all separate clinical documents via email, fax, or mail: > **SPA Long Island** > 📍 191 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Rd, Old Bethpage, NY 11804 > 📧 **Email:** info@spahousingli.org * **Important Maintenance Rule:** Once submitted, SPA requires the applicant or their referral source to contact SPA support staff **on a quarterly basis (every 3 months)** to check on the status and keep the application active. If there is zero contact for a full year, the file is automatically closed.