Bilingual report — July News from People’s Self-Help Housing

As developers of affordable housing, we welcomed the improvements to the strongly bipartisan supported Low-Income Housing and New Markets tax credit programs. However, the deep cuts that ran rough shod over lower-income earning households, and devaluing approach to removing supports for the most vulnerable who we serve, saddened us. The dismantlement of food, health and safety programs and policies which directly affect those we serve, left many devasted families in its wake.

The broadcaster, humanitarian and good neighbor Fred Rogers always encouraged those who found themselves in fearful times to “look for the helpers”. At People’s Self-Help Housing, ‘help’ is in our name and when our ability to help is diminished in one way, it spurs us on to redouble our efforts in others. We will use changes in legislation to help bring more affordable housing to the region, and when personal hardships emerge for our residents, we will respond with empathetic and compassionate solutions.

There has always been, and will continue to be good, and good people in our communities. I encourage everyone to recognize the hope and resilience in our neighbors, and to help whatever and wherever need is encountered.

Ken Trigueiro

CEO & President

• 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments
• Ranging from 534 – 917 sq ft
• Mobility and sensory accessible units available
• Pet-friendly, with extra deposit
• Rent ranges from $781 – $2,168*
• Utilities:
  • Residents pay electricity
  • PSHH pays water, sewer & trash
  • Utility allowance is given to each household
• Security Deposit is required. Alternative payment options are available.

• Households earning at or below 60% of the Area Median Income
  • Visit pshhc.org/CCC to view income limits
• 14 units set aside for agricultural worker households
• 21 units occupied via project-based vouchers through the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo
• 6 units set aside for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
• Section 8 vouchers accepted!

Through her PSHH Social Worker, she was connected with food assistance and received $500 from the Resident Assistance Fund to help cover groceries. Days later, she returned with tears of gratitude. Because of this support, her children had meals and she had the peace of mind to heal.

A Sanctuary During Instability: Camino Scholars

Our social workers, property managers, and educators have stepped up as protectors and advocates, creating a safe place where children find comfort and stability.

Your support is urgently needed to keep these doors open and ensure that every child has access to trusted adults, creative outlets, and the essentials that make each day full of opportunity. Please donate today to help Camino Scholars continue to uplift our communities.

Building Your Housing Vocabulary

AMI plays a key role in setting income limits for housing assistance. Want to find out your AMI? Click here and enter your address.

Join the Team!
We offer an array of dynamic, rewarding opportunities to strengthen your career while making a difference! Our current openings include:

• AP Specialist | San Luis Obispo
• Assistant Property Manager | Pismo Beach
• Leasing and Occupancy Coordinator | San Luis Obispo
• Roving Property Manager | Oceano
• Special Projects Coordinator | San Luis Obispo
• Substitute Educator | Santa Barbara County
• Temporary Assistant Property Manager | Goleta
• Temporary Leasing and Occupancy Coordinator | San Luis Obispo

Get Involved!
Here are some ways you can help move our mission forward this month:

• Advocate: Subscribe to ‘The Blueprint’ – a monthly publication bringing reliable, curated information about affordable housing advocacy. Read recent editions.
• Learn: Are you seeking expert insights on affordable housing? Request a presentation!
• Give: Join our Monthly Giving program, benefiting the fund of your choice.
• Volunteer: Lend your time and skills to a PSHH program.