Rapid Housing for Disaster Recovery through Manufactured Homes and CDFI Financing

Introducing NPHS’ Housing First-Responder Model

Rapid, Dignified Housing Solutions for Disaster-Impacted Communities

Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services (NPHS) is proud to launch the Housing First-Responder model—an innovative, real-time response strategy that delivers urgently needed housing to communities affected by natural disasters, especially wildfires. By activating NPHS’ vertically integrated ecosystem of manufactured housing and CDFI consumer lending, this model closes critical recovery gaps and accelerates the path to stability for displaced families.

The Challenge

In the aftermath of a disaster, families can wait weeks—or even months—before securing stable housing. Traditional recovery systems are often slow, bureaucratic, and out of reach for low- to moderate-income households. NPHS’ Housing First-Responder model addresses this urgent issue by reimagining what early-stage recovery can look like: fast, equitable, and community-driven.

Our Solution: Rapid Deployment + Flexible Financing

  • Rapid Deployment of Manufactured Homes – Speed, Resilience, and Affordability Delivered

At the core of the Housing First-Responder model is NPHS’ ability to rapidly mobilize high-quality manufactured housing. These homes are built in climate-controlled environments, allowing for year-round construction unaffected by weather delays. Once complete, units are transported and installed on infill lots, land trust parcels, or other designated sites—dramatically reducing time to occupancy.

These homes are not temporary shelters—they are permanent, dignified residences built to last. Each unit meets or exceeds HUD code standards and incorporates modern design, sustainability features, and resilience upgrades tailored to high-risk regions, including:

  • Fire-resistant materials and defensible space design for wildfire-prone areas
  • Solar-ready infrastructure and energy-efficient systems to lower long-term utility costs
  • Thoughtful layouts and finishes that reflect the pride of homeownership

Whether deployed individually or in clusters, these homes offer families an immediate path back to stability while contributing to long-term neighborhood recovery and revitalization.

  • Rapid Deployment of Manufactured Homes – Speed, Resilience, and Affordability Delivered

At the core of the Housing First-Responder model is NPHS’ ability to rapidly mobilize high-quality manufactured housing. These homes are built in climate-controlled environments, allowing for year-round construction unaffected by weather delays. Once complete, units are transported and installed on infill lots, land trust parcels, or other designated sites—dramatically reducing time to occupancy.

These homes are not temporary shelters—they are permanent, dignified residences built to last. Each unit meets or exceeds HUD code standards and incorporates modern design, sustainability features, and resilience upgrades tailored to high-risk regions, including:

  • Fire-resistant materials and defensible space design for wildfire-prone areas
  • Solar-ready infrastructure and energy-efficient systems to lower long-term utility costs
  • Thoughtful layouts and finishes that reflect the pride of homeownership

Whether deployed individually or in clusters, these homes offer families an immediate path back to stability while contributing to long-term neighborhood recovery and revitalization.

A Model for Real-Time Resilience

“We’re testing how quickly we can move from concept to deployment—and how we can dismantle the barriers that prevent families from rebuilding their lives with speed, dignity, and stability.”

Clemente Mojica, NPHS President and CEO

Building Partnerships for Greater Impact

The Housing First-Responder model is already gaining traction across Southern California. NPHS is actively engaging with:

  • Local and regional public agencies
  • Philanthropic institutions
  • Community-based organizations
    to explore real-world applications and expand the model’s reach.

Get Involved

Whether you’re a city agency, nonprofit, or funder, your partnership can help scale this critical solution across vulnerable regions.

Contact Jesse Ibarra at jesse@nphsinc.org to learn more or explore collaboration opportunities.