benefits of hala
Home Again Los Angeles provides a crucial lifeline to families facing homelessness, offering not only shelter but a pathway to regain independence through stable housing and employment. By harnessing community support, we foster a nurturing environment that empowers individuals to rebuild their lives, contributing to a stronger, more resilient community.
For Volunteers
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Opportunity to help homeless families directly; to make a difference
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Opportunity to do outreach within their own congregation or at our Day Center
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Wide range of volunteer activities to vary schedules and levels of commitment
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Opportunity for families to volunteer together
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For Guests
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Safe, homelike shelter where families can stay together
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Guests cite the caring of volunteers as one of the most important benefits; “I never knew so many people cared.”
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Intensive case management by Case Managers to work alongside in finding housing & jobs and meeting other needs.
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Guest families secure long-term housing and become contributing members of our community
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For Community
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Opportunity for outreach (within the congregation’s own facilities) focusing on the needs of people in the community
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Opportunity for participation in the 90-day shelter program
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Increased sense of community among members as they share the effort
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For Congregations
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Cost-efficient mobilization of community resources
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Does not duplicate services already in the community; works with social service agencies to provide counseling, job training, help with housing search, etc.
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Does not institutionalize shelter as a solution to homelessness
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Becomes a catalyst for the other community initiatives, such as job counseling, parenting workshops, transitional housing, etc.
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