The People Concern

We were honored to welcome Senator María Elena Durazo to The Wilcox, one of the supportive housing communities The People Concern operates within her district. During the visit, Senator Durazo spent time speaking with residents and staff and learning more about the services and housing support provided on-site. As homelessness continues to impact communities across California, sustained investment in programs like HHAP remains critical. We appreciate Senator Durazo and the California State Senate’s prioritization of HHAP funding in the FY 2026–27 budget and their continued engagement with providers working directly in the field. Addressing homelessness requires long-term partnership, coordination, and a shared commitment to ensuring people have access to stable housing and supportive services.

LA County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved more than $100 million in funding that will go towards projects that either build or preserve more than 500 affordable homes across the region. The money, which comes from sales tax revenue approved by Los Angeles County voters through Measure A, will go toward 10 different projects, including Fountain Apartments. TPC Homes has planned the construction of Fountain Apartments to be a five story apartment complex that will provide 37 units of permanent supportive housing. Check the link below to learn more about the projects that will benefit from this funding. https://lnkd.in/gKdJAsm9

At The People Concern, we see every day how our teams and our community partners turn systems into real support for people navigating housing instability, health needs, and recovery. This is where trust begins and progress takes root. Sustainable funding and consistent systems matter because they directly affect whether people can access the care, housing support, and stability they need. We’re proud to stand with partners across California advancing equitable health care. We invite our friends and supporters to read this report and join the conversation.

Over the last fiscal year, our Outreach Workers served over 4,200 people experiencing homelessness. That's over 4,200 people who have now taken the crucial first steps to connect with our different supportive services. It's thanks to our outreach teams' abilities to engage our unhoused neighbors that allows us to connect them to life-saving programs and support them in their journey to permanent housing.

Become a volunteer and support survivors of domestic violence. Completion of Sojourn's 40-hour training enables graduates to pursue opportunities working directly with survivors in various ways. From assisting with childcare, to facilitating support groups, there are multiple instances in which volunteers can make a difference in the lives of those in need. Interested in volunteering and providing support? Check the link in our bio to apply for Sojourn's comprehensive training program. https://lnkd.in/gWjxhzcF

"St. Vincent is our second Homekey+ project to date and fifth in the Homekey program across rounds, with hopefully more to come.” -Steve Sawiki, Executive Director at TPC Homes⁠ Through Homekey+, we’re reimagining what spaces can become: places of stability, care, and long-term opportunity. Projects like this reflect a broader shift toward solutions that meet people where they are and support them in moving forward. We’re proud to be part of this work and grateful to the partners helping bring it to life. We’re very grateful to the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and Los Angeles County Development Authority, who co-sponsored our application and contributed operating and capital subsidy, and the team behind the larger St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus, our development partner on the project. Special thanks also to Laing Companies, who guided us throughout the application process.

Redtail Crossing is officially open in Westchester. As the neighborhood’s first 100% affordable housing community, this new development brings 102 homes, including 40 permanent supportive housing units for people who have experienced homelessness. Through on-site services provided by The People Concern, residents will have the support needed to build long-term stability. This milestone was made possible through strong collaboration with our partners, including Community Corporation of Santa Monica, the City of Los Angeles, HACLA, Los Angeles Housing Department, National Equity Fund, Inc., J.P. Morgan Community Development Banking, Century Housing, and Westside Regional Center, as well as the leadership of Councilmember Traci Park, Assemblymember Tina McKinnor, and Senator Lola Smallwood Cuevas. Together, we are creating more housing and opportunity across Los Angeles. Photo credit: Sasha Renee Photography

Los Angeles County’s approval of an $843 million investment in housing and services marks a meaningful step forward in addressing chronic homelessness. This funding strengthens the ability of providers like The People Concern to support people as they move indoors and remain stably housed through ongoing services and care. Read a message from our CEO, John Maceri, on what this investment means for the people and communities we serve.