P’s Story
We first met P at the GLA Day Center, where he was among many new clients arriving from Tent City 4. He quickly became a regular visitor, using the Center to meet basic hygiene needs and access meals through our community kitchen. As we spent more time with him, P became a familiar and welcome face to our staff.
Taking the time to build a relationship with P allowed us to better understand his needs and identify the most suitable housing options. Initially, P worked with our Case Management team to explore the possibility of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH). However, after thoughtful consideration, it became clear that PSH wasn’t the best fit. As we continued to learn more about P, we recognized that he was an excellent candidate for the DESC Keys to Home (K2H) program—a housing initiative designed for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness who can succeed with less intensive support in market-rate housing.
P was soon accepted into the K2H program after completing the necessary paperwork. While awaiting final approval and apartment placement, he was offered a temporary spot at Aurora Oaks Enhanced Shelter. He spent several months there, preparing for the next step in his journey.
We are thrilled P has finally received his keys and moved into his new apartment—into a place he can now call home. His journey is a powerful reminder of the impact that relationship-building, personalized support, and service integration can have in helping individuals transition out of homelessness and into stable housing. Welcome home from all of us, P!
(P did not want a photo of himself shared, but he did want to share his story, and we thought it was an important story to highlight.)
