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Three outreach workers support a man in his new home, celebrating his transition from homelessness to stable housing.

Ushun’s Journey Home
Growing up in the San Fernando Valley,Ushun, 55, was primarily raised by his grandparents. When his widowed grandmother was ailing, he took time to care for her. After she passed away, Ushun was left alone and fell into street homelessness, a scary situation aggravated by his severe hearing loss. read more
A smiling older man in glasses sits at a table, embodying hope and community support in a welcoming space.

Jose’s Journey Home
Jose fell into homelessness about five years ago after several family members passed away within a short time frame. After his grandmother passed, he began experiencing severe hallucinations that he did not understand, which compounded the grief he was already experiencing. read more
A smiling woman sits on a bed, holding a small dog and a larger dog, showcasing the joy of finding stable housing.

Pets Get a Home, Too
For people experiencing homelessness, pets provide important companionship and comfort and often serve as life-saving support animals. A key component of the Pathway Home program is that people who are transitioning out of homelessness can bring their pets with them as they move off the streets and into interim housing. read more
A family of four, including two young children, stands together, smiling, in a supportive community environment.

A Fresh Start Together
Felix (33), Yemerin (24), and their two young children (2 years and 7 months) faced a rent increase that forced them out of their home. read more
A smiling man with a beard stands at the doorway of his new home, embodying hope and resilience in his journey.

Recent LA County Pathway Home Operation Brings People Indoors
Pathway Home is an LA County Homeless Initiative-led encampment resolution program that brings people off the streets, into immediately available interim housing accompanied by a comprehensive suite of supportive services and, ultimately, permanent homes. read more
A smiling woman stands in a kitchen, proudly showcasing essential supplies for her new home.

From Encampment to a Home of Her Own
In December 2022, Kelly connected with the Downtown Women’s Center’s (DWC) Every Woman Housed Outreach Team while living in her encampment in front of the Skid Row Refresh Spot—where she had stayed for nearly a year. read more
A smiling individual holding a key, celebrating their new home and the support received during their transition from homelessness.

Chasing his dreams

Jason is among the newest tenants The Moonstone, Los Angeles County’s first Homekey project in the South Bay. He spent years in foster care outside of California then held a steady stream of jobs in the food service industry but…

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A smiling individual wearing a cowboy hat and flannel shirt, embodying resilience and hope in the journey to stable housing.

Grateful for a Second Chance

Supportive housing, medical care, and dedicated case managers often are the ingredients to successfully transition many Los Angeles County residents experiencing homelessness to a brighter and more stable future.  Jonathan Williams, a U.S. Navy veteran, experienced homelessness when he stopped…

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A smiling individual with a blue mohawk stands confidently against a bright yellow wall, embodying hope and resilience.

Damian’s Battle is Done

Veteran Damian Wright faced challenges when transitioning into civilian life. As a Marine, he served in Kuwait and Baghdad during operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.  After leaving the service, he found steady work but did not have enough for…

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An older man stands at the doorway of his new home, smiling and holding a pair of glasses, embodying hope and new beginnings.

Serving Those Who Served

It took nearly 50 years, but Steve Allen finally began receiving treatment for military-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  Now, at age 68, his life has finally turned around and he has settled into his first-ever one-bedroom apartment after decades of…

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