Today’s affordability crisis is leaving families across the U.S. just one unexpected expense away from eviction. One nonprofit in Silicon Valley said targeted intervention and a touch of compassion have proved they can prevent homelessness before it starts.
Destination: Home, a public-private partnership, has helped nearly 44,000 people near San Jose remain in their homes by offering quick and flexible cash assistance and ongoing counseling.
Jen Loving, CEO of the partnership, said she hopes more communities will see stabilizing people’s housing reduces both suffering and the strain on public services…