Equitable Social Solutions

A powerful testament to Housing First. Thank you for sharing National Alliance to End Homelessness. #HousingFirst

"We are all in." Watch to learn more about the creative and collaborative solutions for housing needs happening across an incredible partner network in Lane County, Oregon. https://lnkd.in/gkkJTxpv

Our teams are observing Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. As winter approaches in many of our communities – stress around utilities payments and cold weather shelter becomes a greater concern. We hope you will join us as we come together with our partners to draw attention to the nationwide and year-round challenges of hunger and homelessness. https://hhweek.org/ #HHWEEK #HomelessAssistance

This #RecoveryMonth we applaud the resilience of the individuals and families we serve. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimates that more than a third of people experiencing homelessness have alcohol or drug dependency. Today we feature Ashley. Ashley was living on the street in Old Town San Diego with her four-legged buddy, Coby. She had been in treatment after getting out of jail and was four months clean upon entering the San Diego Housing Administration program. The team worked quickly to place Ashley in stable housing as they focused on a permanent placement. She explained the sense of relief this gave her because maintaining her recovery while living on the street was challenging. Ashley’s Housing Navigator helped her find an apartment in Lemon Grove in April. Ashley shared that she wants to become an Alcohol and Drug Counselor and is finishing up her first semester on the path to achieving this dream! #RecoveryMonth #HomlessAssistance

This #RecoveryMonth we applaud the resilience of the individuals and families we serve. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimates that more than a third of people experiencing homelessness have alcohol or drug dependency. Today we feature Bryan. Bryan was homeless for 20 years and fighting alcoholism. In October 2022, Bryan walked through the doors of the Navigation Center in Lane County. "I gave up drinking to be part of the Navigation Center. Once I gave up drinking, you helped me educate my mind," he said. Bryan transitioned to an apartment earlier this year and plans to get a furry companion. When asked what he would share, Bryan said: "When you are out on your luck, there are people who care. My life is nothing but joy because of you." #RecoveryMonth #HomlessAssistance

September is National Recovery Month. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimates that more than a third of people experiencing homelessness have alcohol or drug dependency. Many of the individuals we serve have stories of recovery. Today we feature Karissa. Karissa was recently released from jail and had no place to go, bouncing from couch to couch. Karissa and her partner Kenny were experiencing a host of challenges stemming from legal concerns, addiction and housing instability. The pair was referred to the Hotels to Housing program in Dane County, Wisconsin in March. Karissa and Kenny were first connected with a safe place to stay at a hotel site. They immediately began working with the team on more permanent housing options. Now, Karissa and Kenny have been clean for a year and have moved into a “real” home. “We feel we are both more responsible and living a more healthy and safe life now. We remind each other daily of how fortunate we are to have all this guidance and assistance since we entered into this program,” Karissa shared. #RecoveryMonth #HotelstoHousing #HomlessAssistance

The total number of Veterans experiencing homelessness in the U.S. is approximately 33,000. Let's honor our heroes by providing them with meaningful opportunities in the workforce. #NationalHireAVeteranDay