Editor’s Note: Nearly 40% of the communities LifeSTEPS serves provide housing for older adults. As such, we have a strong commitment in helping older adults “age in place”. Most live on a fixed income. Some, because they may receive a small pension or have a modest retirement account, make too much to qualify for […]
Editor’s Note: LifeSTEPS’ core purpose is to keep people in housing. However, through our relationship with the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, we are also involved in helping the homeless become housed. Following is Rosalinda’s story, depicting how this partnership helped to change her life. In 2005 Rosalinda was living a good life. […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2016-06-02 15:21:312016-06-02 15:21:31Formerly Homeless, Rosalinda Has Found Peace at Hollenbeck Terrace
When Linda* came to California six years ago, becoming homeless wasn’t part of her plan. She was a nurse in Texas. However, when she relocated to California her license wasn’t valid in this state. To land a nursing job here would cost $8-10,000 and two years of additional schooling. Knowing she had to work, Linda […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Pam Moorehttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngPam Moore2016-05-29 12:48:372016-05-29 12:51:28From Homeless to Housed: A Success Story
“This program made me think outside the box… to think about the future, and to have a five year program to improve it. When I finish school I want to find a full time job with benefits, be independent and buy a house. This was possible because of this program, and people who believed in […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Pam Moorehttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngPam Moore2016-05-17 19:50:422016-05-29 12:38:55Success Story: Lizette’s Five Year Plan
When Linda* came to California six years ago, becoming homeless wasn’t part of her plan. She was a nurse in Texas. However, when she relocated to California her license wasn’t valid in this state. To land a nursing job here would cost $8-10,000 and two years of additional schooling. Knowing she had to work, Linda […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Pam Moorehttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngPam Moore2016-05-17 19:42:472016-05-29 13:02:06From Homeless to Housed: A Success Story!
Carlie* may only be eight years old, but she is well on her way to becoming a successful business woman. A participant of LifeSTEPS’ After School Program since she was barely in Kindergarten, Carlie recognized a good deal when she saw one. She also recognized that her math skills were not as strong as her […]
LifeSTEPS Helps Older Adults Age-in-Place
Editor’s Note: Nearly 40% of the communities LifeSTEPS serves provide housing for older adults. As such, we have a strong commitment in helping older adults “age in place”. Most live on a fixed income. Some, because they may receive a small pension or have a modest retirement account, make too much to qualify for […]
Formerly Homeless, Rosalinda Has Found Peace at Hollenbeck Terrace
Editor’s Note: LifeSTEPS’ core purpose is to keep people in housing. However, through our relationship with the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, we are also involved in helping the homeless become housed. Following is Rosalinda’s story, depicting how this partnership helped to change her life. In 2005 Rosalinda was living a good life. […]
From Homeless to Housed: A Success Story
When Linda* came to California six years ago, becoming homeless wasn’t part of her plan. She was a nurse in Texas. However, when she relocated to California her license wasn’t valid in this state. To land a nursing job here would cost $8-10,000 and two years of additional schooling. Knowing she had to work, Linda […]
Success Story: Lizette’s Five Year Plan
“This program made me think outside the box… to think about the future, and to have a five year program to improve it. When I finish school I want to find a full time job with benefits, be independent and buy a house. This was possible because of this program, and people who believed in […]
From Homeless to Housed: A Success Story!
When Linda* came to California six years ago, becoming homeless wasn’t part of her plan. She was a nurse in Texas. However, when she relocated to California her license wasn’t valid in this state. To land a nursing job here would cost $8-10,000 and two years of additional schooling. Knowing she had to work, Linda […]
After School Success Story: Meet 8 Year-old Carlie
Carlie* may only be eight years old, but she is well on her way to becoming a successful business woman. A participant of LifeSTEPS’ After School Program since she was barely in Kindergarten, Carlie recognized a good deal when she saw one. She also recognized that her math skills were not as strong as her […]