It is unrealistic to expect people living outside, in a car or tent, or even in a shelter to be able to overcome major hurdles in their lives, such as lost housing, job loss, addictions, or mental health issues, without being housed first.
Promoting hope and having the attitude of Housing First is paramount for helping people get back home and is a regular part of our daily interaction with our guests.
Connections should be part of the process of getting someone housed and NOT a destination. It should be clear to all who come through our doors that we offer a safe, stable place to start this process and are focused on getting people home.