HomeAid® Publications & Blog
Housing the Unhoused: One Size Does Not Fit All
When we look at housing as a solution for homelessness, we simply cannot apply the traditional housing model and expect people with numerous barriers to thrive. At HomeAid, we take a thoughtful approach to designing and building housing and resource centers that will create spaces for healing and hope. The type of re-routing that occurs when someone is either mitigating or exiting homelessness is profound and unearths years, sometimes decades of trauma.
Good Trouble: Finding Inspiration in Congressman John Lewis’ words.
Just a few short weeks ago, HomeAid's leadership from across the country gathered in Atlanta for HomeAid's National Leadership Conference which was sponsored by Ashton Woods. During our time together, we learned, laughed, and shared not about only our work with HomeAid but discussed the future and impact that we can have as we collectively work together.
Yearly Point-in-Time Count is an Essential Tool in Fight Against Homelessness
The Homeless Point-in-Time Count (PIT) is completed in many cities and counties across the nation every January, and reflects a snapshot of those experiencing homelessness in our communities. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that Continuums of Care conduct an annual count of people experiencing homelessness who are sheltered in emergency shelter, transitional housing and Safe Havens.
We Took the No Shame Pledge. Will You?
HomeAid recently had the opportunity to not only attend but to have a booth at the NAHB International Builder’s Show in Las Vegas where we got to see many of our supporters and friends and also to make new ones. At IBS, it is always an honor to be there with our other non-profit partners such as Hope for Homes and Operation Finally Home and hear of the incredible impact they are having in our country and around the world. In addition to the great work of these organizations, we met a new organization SAFE Project who was in the booth next to HomeAid.
Unique Perspectives from Attending the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, Nevada This Year
HomeAid has exhibited at the International Builders’ Show for many years. This year was the same as years past in many ways. We attended the massive trade show with newly branded hats, matching shirts, and smiles on our faces while spreading the word about HomeAid’s mission of helping those experiencing or at risk of homelessness build new lives through construction, community engagement, and education.
Eight Things You Didn’t Know About 211, A Critical Resource in Your Community
Everyone knows about 9-1-1. But fewer people know about 2-1-1, the nationwide service for non-emergency life challenges. The kind everyone faces at some point in their lives when you have no idea where to turn but sure could use some extra help. 211 is a vital service connecting millions of people each year to help in their community. Here are eight things you might not know about 211.