Vanessa's Story

Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, along with Interfaith colleague Shira Jacobs, welcome you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Vanessa.

A few years ago, Vanessa lived in her car and lost her three children while she battled addiction. In her own healing process, she started a non-profit program, Oceanside Homeless Resource, now also called “Love on the ground.”  Listen to Vanessa’s powerful story about hope, love, compassion, open hearts and minds.  In Vanessa’s own words, “Let us walk together and be love on the ground.”

Contact Us:
interfaithservices.org/contact

Learn more about HEAL, Homeless-Experienced Advocacy & Leadership Network: housingsandiego.org/heal-network

Safe Villages

Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is John Brady and Levi who share a bit about their lived unsheltered experiences and their strong recommendation for San Diego community members supporting people-centered solutions including Safe Villages.

There is growing discussion in San Diego around the need to create safe villages, either as alternatives to traditional shelter or addressing our need to increase capacity as the shelters are full. This is a conversation you do not want to miss.

Housing Our Youth

Please join us in listening to our inspiring conversation with David Baker and Justin Lipford.  David serves as the Program Director for Housing Our Youth at the YMCA of San Diego County. David has previously been a guest on our podcast (March and April 2019), sharing his personal journey experiencing generational homelessness and inspiring others to elevate their voices for change.  David’s advocacy work focuses on matters of equity and access for young adults. Justin serves as the Director of Community Engagement for YMCA’s Community Support Services in San Diego, and is passionate about connecting young adults to the resources necessary to flourish.  

Contact Interfaith Community Services:

Call (760) 489-6380 to speak with a Case Manager Weekdays from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. For emergency services during non-business hours, please call 211. 

Contact David Baker: 760.908.9126 | dbaker@ymcasd.org 

Housing Our Youth is a program that provides specialized assistance to young adults up to the age of 24 who are at-risk or experiencing homelessness. The program is designed to intercept youth experiencing homelessness and provide them with emergency housing and wraparound support, while simultaneously searching for more permanent and stable housing options.  www.ymcasd.org/contacthoy

John Brady & Bruce, San Diego Homeless-Experienced Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Network members

John Brady and Bruce, San Diego Homeless-Experienced Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Network members, joined us in conversation addressing myths, the importance of move-in ready housing with integrated services, financial accountability and system improvements are integral for success in supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Learn more about John’s initiative Lived Advisors, People who have experienced homelessness being compensated for their work serving as advisors: https://www.livedadvisers.com/

Interested in supporting Interfaith Community Services?
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Ross' Journey

Ross at the Interfaith Community Services’ Offices

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Ross.

Prior to connecting with Interfaith, Ross shares, "My life was in shambles. Interfaith saved my life. I am now on the right path with sobriety, purpose, and a whole new outlook on life.”

Resources:

Interested in supporting Interfaith Community Services with your year-end gift?
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Video Podcast:

Want to watch CEO Greg Anglea and Ross on Youtube? https://youtu.be/7xA5tXPXJSk

Hugh's Story

Hugh at Interfaith Community Services Offices

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Hugh.

Hugh joined us to share his reflections on working with Interfaith. “They Listen. Ask questions. Asking for help is the hardest, but they kept on reminding me that I have a purpose. Life keeps getting better.”

Resources:

Interested in supporting the Give Where You Live Challenge?
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Beverly's Story

Beverly at Interfaith Community Services’ Offices

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Beverly.

Her story highlights the shortage of shelter beds in San Diego County, the reality that many people experiencing homelessness are employed, and the positive impact of our Homeless Outreach Team. 

“Thanks to Interfaith and all the people who really backed me up and never gave up hope on me. They saw the value in me. I am feeling stronger and good about reaching my goals.”  

Resources:

Interested in supporting the Abraham and Lillian Turk Recuperative Care Center?
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Trauma-Informed Care

Jen Halverson, Behavioral Health Clinician

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Jen Halverson, Behavioral Health Clinician at Interfaith.

Jen shares important information about factors that may contribute to people becoming homeless, ways to support, and integral advice to help our neighbors in need.

Watch Interfaith Community Services CEO and Host, Greg Anglea, and Jen in the video podcast: https://youtu.be/_gXklBGsH4M

Resources:

Address the ongoing needs created by COVID-19. Donate to our Resilience & Recovery Fund:
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Linda's Story

Linda with her Graduation Degree

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Linda. 

Linda struggled with substance use to cope with a difficult upbringing. After becoming homeless, Linda was forced to stay in hotels for months while she worked on securing housing for her partner and two kids. Linda eventually found a place, but in order to afford it, she had to secure a loan which quickly exhausted her savings and had her falling behind on rent once again.

Realizing that her situation would be unsustainable, Linda reached out to Interfaith for help. Here, she was matched with a case manager who helped her secure rental assistance, enroll into a financial education course, and work on monthly budgets where she could reduce spending and save.

Linda has now graduated adult school and is looking to enroll into college, where she can work towards her dream of becoming a parole officer. Linda says “I want to bring light to dark places."

Watch Interfaith Community Services CEO and Host, Greg Anglea, and Linda in the video podcast:

https://youtu.be/lFyEMpcj0ok

Resources:

Address the ongoing needs created by COVID-19. Donate to our Resilience & Recovery Fund:
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Volunteer:
www.interfaithservices.org/volunteer

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact

Agents of Change

Kim Nye, Senior Services Case Manager

Host Greg Anglea, CEO of Interfaith Community Services, welcomes you to the Homeless in San Diego Podcast. Joining us today is Kim Nye, Senior Services Case Manager. 

Kim works with seniors in need at Interfaith by providing them with resources to live healthy, safe and thriving lives. She shares, “it’s surprising how many seniors we have struggling with homelessness, the amount of income they have, and available affordable or low-income housing.”  

Watch Interfaith Community Services CEO and Host, Greg Anglea, and Senior Services Case Manager, Kim Nye in the video podcast:

https://youtu.be/9R7IPeBxM_s

Resources:

Address the ongoing needs created by COVID-19. Donate to our Resilience & Recovery Fund:
www.interfaithservices.org/donate

Interfaith’s Recovery and Wellness Center:
www.interfaithservices.org/program/recovery-wellness

Contact Us:
www.interfaithservices.org/contact