 Dear Friend,It’s mental health awareness month, and that subject is on our minds every month at People’s.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), “one in five US adults experience mental illness each year, and less than half of them receive treatment.” Fortunately for our residents, our onsite professional and specially trained permanent supportive housing services team members are available to anyone needing assistance, support, referrals and advocacy when facing mental health issues. For many who we serve, and particularly for some who are transitioning out of years of housing instability, the provision of People’s Supportive Housing Program services is one of most critically key ingredients for promoting mental health wellness and to facilitate a successful housing experience. Your support of our services directly meets these needs every day.
Later this month will be Memorial Day, when we will honor the fallen, who gave their lives as an ultimate sacrifice. While we express our gratitude for their ultimate service, that day is especially mentally and emotionally hard on families who’ve lost their loved family members, and for our Veterans at who’s side they once stood by in military service. Supporting our Veterans, including their mental wellness, continues to be our mission at People’s. This month we will be completing affordable apartments in Templeton, and thereafter apartment homes in San Luis Obispo that will provide affordable housing for Veterans, including those who continue to cope with trauma from there service and have experienced homelessness since returning to civilian life.
Look for celebrations coming up for grand openings, when you can join us to welcome home those who have struggled though many additional physical and mental battles, through their extra challenging life journeys.
Ken Trigueiro
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Katherine Aguilar – Director of Multifamily Housing Development
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Originally from the San Fernando Valley, Katherine has been working in the affordable housing industry for nearly a decade and will be overseeing all phases of housing development. Prior to joining PSHH, Katherine worked at LA Family Housing, Abode Communities, California Home Builders, and the Housing Authority of Los Angeles County, where she secured project entitlements, financing awards, and monitored construction of supportive housing projects.
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Kris Reid – Director of Education
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With over 15 years of experience in education and a master’s degree in special education, Kris has previously worked for numerous school districts throughout California. Bringing a wealth of knowledge from working with students of diverse backgrounds, Kris now leads a team of dedicated and visionary educators. As the Director of Education, he leads the Camino Scholars program, which provides nationally-recognized year-round support to over 400 students.
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Candi Roberts – Senior Asset Manager
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Candi oversees the Asset Management team, who provide property risk mitigation, capital needs assessments, investment analysis, and governmental regulatory obligations. A seasoned housing professional, Candi brings over 22 years in property management, asset management, and social services, with recent experience working for a San Diego municipality. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and a master’s degree in Management and Human Capital Performance from Colorado State University.
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For everyone who supported the 2023 Builder Games in whatever way, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. With your creativity, generosity, and hard work, you made this unique event an incredible success.
- Mark your calendars for April 27, 2024 to see who will be the next Builder Games Champion!
- Revisit the action – check out event photos at pshhc.org/bg-gallery, or enjoy the recap video
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Creating a More Equitable Organization
Building on the work of our IDEA Commission, we are thrilled to welcome a new member to the PSHH team: Yanitsa Buendía de Llaca, who will serve as the new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisor. |
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With a PhD in Religious Studies and expertise as a qualitative researcher, Yanitsa brings both theoretical and professional expertise to PSHH. Drawing on her background in higher education, her role is a collaborative effort to make the organization a more equitable workplace and community partner. Seeing the commitment of her fellow team members, Yanitsa is passionate about advancing equity in all aspects of the mission. Originally from Mexico, Yanitsa loves the Central Coast and is proud to call herself a resident of SLO!
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Los Adobes de Maria in Santa Maria, is a property with 65 affordable two-story apartments rented exclusively to families earning their income primarily from agricultural work. Apartments range from two to five bedrooms and accommodate a wide range of family sizes.
Learn more & apply!
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Lachen Tara Apartments offers 29 units of affordable housing in Avila Beach, ranging from studios to two-bedroom units. Apartments range from 450 to 880 square feet and have spaces reserved for current or retired farmworker/fishing households and individuals living with disabilities.
Learn more & apply!
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Join the Team!
We offer an array of dynamic, rewarding opportunities to strengthen your career while making a difference! Take a look at our current openings: |
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- Asset Manager | San Luis Obispo
- Assistant Roving Property Manager | Goleta
- Controller, Corporate Accounting & Finance | San Luis Obispo
- Director of Resource Development | California Central Coast
- Donor Relations Manager | San Luis Obispo
- Lead Educator | Santa Maria
- Maintenance Technician III | Santa Barbara
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- Portfolio Manager | Ventura
- Property Manager | Santa Maria
- Roving Property Manager | Morro Bay
- Roving Substitute Educator | Santa Barbara County
- Senior Education Manager | San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura
- Senior Property Manager | Los Osos
- Senior Property Manager | Templeton
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 May Partnerships
Thank you to our incredible partners who are supporting our mission:
- HUD Service Coordinator – $34,255 benefiting the Supportive Housing Program for Seniors
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In Case You Missed It…
Here’s the most viewed story from the last edition again!
- At Tiburon Place, our teams are catching up from rain delays and working hard to complete the foundations and framing. Construction is still estimated to end late summer 2024.
- Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing is in progress at Pismo Terrace and the property has an estimated completion of October 2023. While the first round of applications have been completed, you can still apply and be placed on the waitlist for this new site.
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