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

by Community Contributor • October 28, 2025 • Comments Off

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eNewsletter
October 2025

We’re thrilled to unveil our 55th Anniversary Digital Community Quilt, a vibrant mosaic of creativity and connection featuring 55 unique panels created in a variety of mediums by PSHH team members, residents, and community members. Visit pshhc.org/quilt to see the full piece!

Friend,In just a few weeks, we’ll be sharing our 2024-25 Annual Impact Report!

Curated from inspiring stories and milestones across the Central Coast, this year’s report showcases an extraordinary tapestry of achievements. From groundbreaking ceremonies to grand openings, new class intakes to proud graduations, and countless “welcome homes” for our newest neighbors – each moment reflects what’s possible when we work together toward a shared vision.

Despite a year marked by uncertainty, we experienced strong financial performance and meaningful growth, driven by careful planning and deep collaboration. Together with supporters like you, we’ve built the foundation for a resilient and vibrant future.

Capturing a full year in just a few pages is no small task, yet this edition of our Annual Impact Report tells a story we can all take pride in. Every milestone we celebrate is a testament to the power of community.

Please be on the lookout for the release of our 2024-25 Annual Impact Report in the coming weeks. We can’t wait to share it with you!

With gratitude,

Ken Trigueiro

CEO & President

Updates from the PSHH Pipeline
Take a look at the latest progress at our sites all along the Central Coast:

Hardscaping work underway
Est. completion: December 2025

Drywall, painting, and carpentry progressing
Est. completion: June 2026

Finishes and exterior flatwork underway
Est. completion: December 2025

Dry utility work underway
Est. completion: May 2027

From Crisis to Stability
When a single mother of two young children faced reduced work hours and mounting financial hardship, she feared losing both her home and her sense of hope. With guidance from her PSHH social worker, she developed a plan to stabilize her family, securing rental assistance, food support, and help with budgeting. These resources allowed her to regain her footing, transition smoothly into a new full-time job, and achieve lasting housing and food security!

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Building Your Housing Vocabulary
Affordable housing terminology can often be complex and confusing, filled with acronyms and technical language. However, by learning and understanding these terms, you can become a stronger, more informed advocate for housing in your community.

This month, we’re sharing about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This is a California law that requires public agencies to identify and disclose the potential environmental impacts of their projects, and to avoid or mitigate those impacts if feasible. In essence, it ensures that public agencies consider the environmental consequences of their decisions before approving projects.

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Preventing Summer Slide

Summer slide refers to the learning loss that can occur over summer break, particularly in reading, where elementary students may lose up to two months of progress. Without regular reading practice, early literacy skills can decline, making it harder for students to catch up in the fall.

Throughout the summer, in response to this need, PSHH educators provided new curriculum and structured programming to support reading comprehension. The results were encouraging! Nearly twice as many students are testing at or above grade level compared to last year. These gains highlight the impact of intentional summer support and underscore the importance of keeping students engaged in reading year-round!

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Located in the City of San Luis Obispo, Tiburon Place is our newest property and provides a safe place to call home for low-income and formerly homeless households.

And while you’re at it, take a look at some of our other featured properties:

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

Bilingual Service Specialist | Paso Robles
Compliance Specialist | San Luis Obispo
Maintenance Technician I | Pismo Beach
Maintenance Technician II | Santa Maria
Property Manager | Buellton or Santa Barbara
Receptionist | San Luis Obispo
Roving Property Manager | Paso Robles
Special Projects Coordinator | Santa Maria

View All Open Positions & Apply

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: Seeking expert insights on affordable housing? Request a presentation!
Give: Join our Monthly Giving program, benefiting the fund of your choice.
Intern or Volunteer: Lend your time and skills to a PSHH program.

And in case you missed it, the top story from last month’s eNews:

It’s back-to-school season for our Camino Scholars! With a gift of $55/month, students will have the tools and support to build their confidence, stay engaged with their studies, and succeed all year long. Join us at pshhc.org/giving!

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