Alternative Taxonomy

Visual Hierarchy

1. Top-Level Navigation:
   • Use a horizontal menu bar with primary categories: Housing Stability, Homeownership, Home Repairs, Financing, Affordable Housing.
   • Each primary category can have a dropdown or megamenu with subcategories.
2. Home Page Design:
   • Hero Section: Feature a large banner with rotating images highlighting key programs. Include a brief tagline or mission statement.
   • Quick Links: Below the hero section, include quick links to the primary categories for easy access.
3. Category Pages:
   • Introduction Section: Each category page starts with a brief introduction about the category.
   • Subcategory Cards: Use visual cards for each subcategory with icons and brief descriptions. Ensure each card is clickable to take users to the specific program details.
   • Contact Information: A sticky sidebar or footer with contact information and quick links for assistance.
4. Program Pages:
   • Program Overview: Start with a clear, concise overview of the program.
   • Eligibility Criteria: Use bullet points for easy readability.
   • Application Process: Include a step-by-step guide.
   • Resources and FAQs: Provide additional resources and a FAQ section.
   • Contact Button: Prominently display a contact button or form for user inquiries.

Visual Design Elements

• Color Scheme: Use a consistent color scheme that reflects trust and support, such as shades of blue and green.
• Typography: Use clean, sans-serif fonts for readability. Differentiate headings, subheadings, and body text with varying sizes and weights.
• Icons and Images: Use relevant icons for each subcategory. Include images that reflect the services and beneficiaries.
• White Space: Utilize white space to avoid clutter and enhance readability.

Alternatives to “Human Investment Department”

1. Family Support Services
2. Housing and Financial Assistance
3. Community Care Programs
4. Resident Support Team
5. Housing and Utility Aid
6. Wellbeing and Housing Assistance
7. Household Support Services
8. Resident Assistance Programs
9. Community Care and Housing
10. Housing and Life Services

Alternatives to “Community Investment Department”

1. Community Development Services
2. Housing Improvement Programs
3. Neighborhood Enhancement Team
4. Building and Housing Services
5. Home Improvement and Finance
6. Community Housing and Repair
7. Neighborhood Investment Programs
8. Housing and Infrastructure Services
9. Built Environment and Financing
10. Home Rehabilitation and Development

Alternative plain language terms for program categories that can help communicate the programs more clearly:

Housing Stability and Emergency Shelter

1. Help for Homeless People
2. Emergency Housing
3. Finding a Safe Place
4. Support for Housing Insecurity
5. Temporary Shelter

Homeownership Support

1. Help Buying Your First Home
2. Money Advice for Homebuyers
3. Mortgage Help
4. Stop Foreclosure
5. Home Buying Support

Home Repair and Improvement

1. Fix Your Home
2. Home Weatherproofing
3. Modify Your Home for Safety
4. Make Your Home Accessible
5. Health and Safety Repairs

Financing for Home Improvements

1. Low-Interest Home Repair Loans
2. Affordable Home Improvement Loans
3. Self-Help Repair Financing
4. Home Fix-Up Loans
5. Repair Loan Assistance

Affordable Housing Development and Management

1. Building Affordable Homes
2. Manage Affordable Apartments
3. Supportive Housing Projects
4. Affordable Rental Housing
5. Housing Development Services

Example Wireframe Outline

1. Home Page:
   • Header: Logo, Navigation Menu, Search Bar
   • Hero Section: Banner Image, Tagline
   • Quick Links: Category Icons (Housing Stability, Homeownership, etc.)
   • Featured Programs: Highlighted programs with images and brief descriptions
   • Testimonials: User stories and testimonials
   • Footer: Contact Info, Social Media Links, Additional Resources
2. Category Page (e.g., Housing Stability):
   • Introduction: Brief description
   • Subcategory Cards: Homelessness Services, Housing Insecurity, etc.
   • Featured Success Stories: Images and quotes
   • Contact Information: Sticky sidebar/footer
3. Program Page (e.g., Emergency Shelter Assistance):
   • Program Overview: Description
   • Eligibility Criteria: Bullet points
   • Application Process: Step-by-step guide
   • Resources and FAQs: Links and answers
   • Contact Button: Prominent call-to-action

This structure and hierarchy should help users easily navigate through the various programs and services offered by the Community Action Team, ensuring they can quickly find the information they need.