SUCCESS STORIES

Homelessness does not have to mean hopelessness. With help from the Homeless Initiative and its partners – including outreach workers, mental health professionals, property developers, case managers, and many more – thousands of people across Los Angeles County have been given a chance to start over, to heal and to thrive. Get to know their stories. 

From Homeless to Housed: David’s Story
 From Homeless to Housed: David’s Story 228 289 admin

David Gendreau, 44, ended up couch surfing after losing his…

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From Homeless to Housed: Yasmin’s Story
 From Homeless to Housed: Yasmin’s Story 217 250 admin

When her mother became gravely ill and unable to work,…

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Kristen is Guided Towards Employment and Permanent Housing
 Kristen is Guided Towards Employment and Permanent Housing 337 449 admin

Kristen Byles, 24, and the mother of a 5-year-old girl…

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A Survivor Receives Support
 A Survivor Receives Support 354 420 admin

Fleeing domestic violence, Kristen White slept in her car for…

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Vouchers Allow Father and Son to Stay by Each Other’s Side
 Vouchers Allow Father and Son to Stay by Each Other’s Side 368 408 admin

Army vet Robert Rangel, 78 and his son, Trino, 47,…

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From Jail to a Bachelor’s Program
 From Jail to a Bachelor’s Program 354 390 admin

David Barclay became eligible for early parole after nearly 20…

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To Serving Others
 To Serving Others 348 414 admin

Armida Garcia, 44, did not believe she could ever get…

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Veteran Finds His Way to and Accessible Home
 Veteran Finds His Way to and Accessible Home 360 388 admin

Disabled military veteran Victor Schermerhorn, 63, lost his Lancaster apartment…

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