The formerly homeless adults who are now residents at New Foundations have struggled with poverty, addiction, mental illness, and homelessness.
An Illustration of our community during 2009
- 100% of adults had the dual diagnosis of chemical dependency and mental illness
- 100% lived at or below poverty level at move-in
- 90% disclosed physical, mental, emotional, sexual and domestic violence
- 39% had criminal histories
- 22% had unlawful detainers
- 90% did not get regular medical care (had no medical "home") before coming to
Crestview - 9% did not have a high school diploma
Our residents reflect the current homeless population
- 41% African American
- 39% Caucasian
- 12% Native American
- 6% Hispanic
- 1% African
- 1% Multi-Racial
We served 58 families and 109 children in 2009. Throughout the past fifteen years, we have seen countless families work hard to build assets and overcome these barriers so they can make positive changes and improve their lives. We want to end homelessness with the children at New Foundations. We believe in engaging the entire family and that everyone in the family is part of the recovery from homelessness to a life of stability.
Accomplishments
- 100% of families paid no more than 30% of thier income for housing
- 48% of adults became employed
- 48% are enrolled in a school or taining program
- 80% volunteered in the greater community
- 98% of children and parents increased awareness of a healthy lifestyle
- 1 in 3 children improved in their reading and math skills
At New Foundations, formerly homeless individuals in recovery, all of whom have faced significant barriers, have a real opportunity to improve the quality of their lives, live successful and self-determined lives, and reconnect with the community.
Affordable housing and on-site support services help residents improve their personal, educational, economic and community development so they can eventually increase their self-sufficiency. The cycle of poverty, addiction, and homelessness can be broken--but families need time to recover and rebuild, and they need support so they can make inspiring long-term, measurable changes in their lives and the lives of their children.
