Entries by Allison Marino

Three brothers receive bikes thanks to Sierra Nevada High School Cycling Organization

Three brothers living in a LifeSTEPS affordable housing community in Los Angeles will spend more time outdoors, thanks to a generous gift from the Sierra Nevada High School Cycling Organization. When the boys’ mother Jackie learned of the funding opportunity through her development’s resident services coordinator, she requested bikes, helmets and protective gear for her […]

Stable & affordable housing is proven to improve health outcomes.

We believe housing is foundational for strong, healthy and equitable communities. Studies show that housing insecurity creates chronic health disparities that impact how well a person lives, and for how long. These health impacts fall disproportionately on low-income people and people of color, exacerbating the already disproportionate impacts of COVID-19 on these communities. According to […]

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month

California’s growing affordable housing crisis is especially challenging for those with mental health disabilities who are experiencing housing instability. Affordable, inclusive and safe housing is vital to good mental health and wellbeing. The leading cause of homelessness is a lack of affordable housing, and over the course of the COVID-19 crisis, LifeSTEPS’ client assistance program […]

Employee Spotlight: Rosalba Fuentes

Director of Social Services Rosalba Fuentes has always known that her purpose in life is to help others, and her career at LifeSTEPS has allowed her to put her passion and talent to work. She finds true joy in supporting and empowering the adults, children and seniors she helps on a daily basis, and she […]