On April 4, 2007, I am accepted into transitional housing, and as I check into the Aloha Inn, located at 1911 Aurora Ave., I am given a lot of paperwork to complete. But the transition is not as smooth as many people may think. Yes, it is a chance to get you off the streets and into decent livable conditions, but with all of the livable conditions comes a lot more. There is a great deal required out of you. You are required to do 15 to 18 hours of work each week to pay for your room and board, plus you are required to pay $10 a week, which will equal $40 a month, for other expenses. ...