An ounce of prevention is what Outreach Programs are all about…….
Since
opening in 1989, we’ve put a major emphasis on reaching out.
The theory being, it’s cheaper and easier to prevent homelessness
than it is to cure it.
Families are encouraged to come to us before they find themselves on
the street. They are able to come in and discuss their
situation with a volunteer who evaluates their needs and pledges the
funds necessary to assist with paying utility bills, buying bus
vouchers, and making rent payments. These preventive measures
have proven to be a supportive and dignified way to keep families in
their homes.
Housing programs should provide families with more than a home……
For whatever reason, families sometimes find themselves needing a place to live. This is when our ability to provide transitional housing proves to be so vital. The ultimate goal is to get each family back into permanent housing and to prevent recurrent homelessness. So, along with providing a temporary living space, the Case Managers work with families throughout the process. Our first focus is on meeting emergency needs such as medical and dental care, securing an income and getting children into school. Then a housing stability plan is developed.
Our 3 Programs
1) Shelter
2) Transitional
3) THORA
"Keeping Lakewood's Promise"
