Housing success: Meet Janice
“I loved taking care of people,” says Janice, an Oakland native and elder. Until she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, Janice worked as a home healthcare worker. Later, when her
Raven’s Story
Housing Success! Building Futures is housing more families and individuals than ever! Last year, we dramatically expanded our housing program to meet the need. We connected 116 new households with
Melsha’s Story
From Homeless to Housed Here in Alameda County, the high cost of living can mean that even families with employment cannot afford housing. No one knows this better than mother
Soyini’s Story
After Soyini Taylor Walton broke up with her boyfriend, he stalked her for months. Then came a terrible night: in 2009 when her ex hid in the bushes and ambushed her, shooting her in the
Chamisa’s Story
For years, Chamisa Crockett had worked her way up in local restaurant kitchens. Her dream was to become a chef. Unfortunately, her longtime workplace went out of business. Before long,
Pieces of the Big Picture
We couldn’t have done it without you this year! Many pieces make up the “big picture” that is Building Futures’ response to homelessness and intimate partner violence. Above are some highlights
Operation Safer Ground: A Place for Healing
Alameda’s Marina Village Inn is a temporary housing site of Operation Safer Ground! In April, Building Futures began operating the program, part of Alameda County’s Project Roomkey. Project Roomkey serves
Building a Better Future
Ten words changed Sophia Campos’ life. The police had been summoned again to the home she shared with her four young children. Her ex-husband was back, controlling and violent. Too
Stephanie and Diamond: A Place to Call Home
“Building Futures does what the name implies: it provides the foundation for a better life.” Stephanie Pendarvis speaks with a leader’s assurance. When her husband passed away, it was a
