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Meet Nancy! 💜 After experiencing homelessness and housing instability, Nancy connected with PATH and was determined to create a safer, more stable future for herself and her family. Throughout her journey, Nancy remained focused on her goals. She secured employment, stayed actively engaged with services, and leaned on the support of her children and loved ones while working toward permanent housing. With continued guidance from PATH's Pathway Home program and Housing Navigation teams, Nancy achieved her goal of moving into her own home. Today, Nancy remains stably housed and continues building a brighter future with ongoing supportive services. "A big thank you to PATH and all the staff who worked with me to make this possible. Grateful for new beginnings." Welcome home, Nancy. 🏡

Congratulations to IKEA on the grand opening of the new IKEA Escondido Plan & Order Point with Pick-up! 🎉 PATH was honored to join the ribbon-cutting celebration and represent our organization as a longtime community partner. We’re grateful for IKEA’s continued investment in San Diego and their commitment to supporting local nonprofits and the communities we serve. Thank you, IKEA, for your partnership, generosity, and dedication to creating comfortable spaces for our participants. 💙💛

As temperatures continue to rise across California this summer, our unhoused neighbors face increasing challenges staying cool and safe. PATH outreach teams are focused on bringing people indoors and connecting unsheltered individuals to cooling centers and shelters. In San Diego, Jayna Lee, Associate Director of Programs, shared insights on these critical outreach efforts. https://lnkd.in/g53uKcWi

Summer celebrations are all about community, connection, and good food! ☀️ Residents at PATH Orange County's interim housing communities, including one of our newest sites, came together to enjoy a delicious barbecue prepared by our incredible case managers, featuring ribs, mac & cheese, coleslaw, and baked beans. A special thank you to Messiah Lutheran Church for providing festive decorations and volunteering alongside our team to help make the day so memorable. We are grateful for partners who help create moments of connection and belonging for our neighbors. 💙

Meet Eric! ❤️ After experiencing homelessness for more than a year following the loss of his mother, Eric was living between Metro trains and couch-surfing when he connected with PATH’s Street Outreach Case Manager, Harold, through PATH's partnership with Los Angeles Metro. Harold built trust over time by meeting Eric where he was and providing consistent support. Together, they navigated every step of the housing journey, from connecting to shelter and obtaining important documents to completing disability verification, exploring housing options, touring apartments, and securing financial move-in assistance. Today, Eric is settling into his new home and embracing a fresh start. His message to others is simple: "Turn a mess into a message." Welcome home, Eric.🏡

🎒📚 Back to School Starts with Stability. As students prepare for a new school year, many families in PATH's programs are working to rebuild their lives while facing financial challenges. You can help ensure children have the supplies they need to start the school year feeling confident and ready to learn. Join PATH's 2026 Back-to-School Donation Drive by: 🎒 Donating new backpacks and school supplies 🏢 Hosting a collection drive at your workplace, school, or in your community 🛍️ Shopping our Amazon Wishlist 💜 Making a financial gift to help purchase backpacks and essential supplies 📅 Donations will be accepted through August 14, with backpacks distributed to families later in the month. 🛍️ Shop our full Amazon Wishlist here: https://amzn.to/3TG5lhe To coordinate a donation drop-off, volunteer, or learn more, email PATHVolunteers@epath.org. Together, we can help students start the school year with the tools they need to learn, grow, and thrive. 💜

When discussing public spaces and infrastructure projects, it’s essential to consider their impact on people experiencing unsheltered homelessness alongside the broader community. Thoughtful planning ensures these investments are inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs of everyone who relies on these spaces. https://lnkd.in/gcjEKGkg Miguel Figueroa, who’s part of an homeless outreach team in the South Bay for PATH San Diego, said people living under and adjacent to the pedestrian bridge find this specific area safe. Figueroa makes rounds in San Ysidro and recently learned of people living there. His team’s outreach has led to some progress. “After speaking with them, we understood that some of them are interested in programs, some of them are interested in shelter, and just getting some type of resource or service,” he told inewsource during a visit to the bridge Thursday morning. "

Volunteers are at the heart of what we do. 💙 Thank you to the incredible volunteers and community champions who continue to show up for our neighbors with generosity, compassion, and commitment.

Supporting students starts with strong community partnerships. 🎒 Thank you to the River of Life Foundation and the partners who helped provide backpacks, school supplies, and refreshed laptops for students at PATH's Evans Lane interim housing community. Together, we're helping families start the school year with the resources they need to succeed.

💐 Creating beauty, building community. Residents at PATH's YWCA interim housing community recently participated in a special flower-making workshop led by Amazing Pinatas. The event provided an opportunity for creativity, connection, and reflection while celebrating the resilience of the women we serve. Thank you for helping create such a memorable afternoon. 💙