Resident Impact Stories
See how affordable homes change lives. Meet some of our residents. Each of their stories is unique but they all demonstrate the difference that safe, stable, affordable housing makes in improving lives and pursuing dreams.
Their Stories
Dayona J.
Lives at Foon Lok West in Oakland
A determined single mom seeks space where her child may thrive – through an affordable place to call home.
Estrecia W.
Lives at Paseo Estero in Oakland.
A single mom finally has an affordable place to call her own after living with extended family for several years.
Prince W.
Lives at Arroyo Green in Redwood City
Collaborative community efforts take one senior veteran from homelessness to housing.
Sarah C.
Live at Moon Gate Plaza in Salinas.
One resident feels the gratitude of waking up every morning and going to sleep every night in her own home.
Jennifer and Juan
Live at Edwina Benner Plaza in Sunnyvale.
Permanent and affordable supportive housing is the key to positive life changes for one hardworking family.
Steve and Carma
Live at Half Moon Village in Half Moon Bay.
A longtime senior resident can continue to live in the town he loves thanks to affordable housing.
Miguel V.
Lives at Donner Lofts in San Jose.
After two years of living in his car, one man finds peace and stability in permanent affordable housing.
Brenda L.
Lives at Century Village in Fremont.
Moving to affordable housing and utilizing onsite services allows a single mother to pursue her culinary career.
Dolores D.
Lives at Alma Point at Foster Square in Foster City.
A senior gains hope and a chance to heal thanks to affordable housing.
Nikiya Y.
Lives at Station Center in Union City.
After years of persistence and hope, a single mother and her children move to a safe, beautiful, affordable home.
Marisa S.
Lives at Fetters Apartments in Fetters Hot Springs, Sonoma.
A hardworking single mom feels a weight lifted off her shoulders now that she can afford a home for her family.
Paloma C.
Lives at Sunny Meadows in Watsonville.
A teen reaches her goal to attend college, thanks to a safe, permanent, and newly renovated affordable home.