Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

The Homeless Engagement Team at LAHSA is dedicated to house every client they work with. True bonds and care are established between our outreach team and the Angelenos we serve, which is why getting them to permanent housing is so rewarding. Head over to our YouTube to watch how Michael got Raymond and his dog Snowflake into a home of their own. #WelcomeHome Raymond!

Life happens, but for some of us, it happens a little harder. That was the case with David, but Jasmine from our Homeless Engagement Team never gave up on him and made sure he had access to every resource available until he was housed permanently. To watch his full story, head over to our YouTube! #WelcomeHome David!

Have ideas for addressing homelessness? LAHSA wants to invite you, on behalf of the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative, to join one of their virtual community listening sessions to strengthen strategies for addressing and preventing homelessness. For more details and to register, click the link in bio!

The 2024 Homeless Count results show that unsheltered homelessness has decreased and there has been an increase in sheltered homelessness, meaning more people are inside, off the streets, and on their way to permanency. The new LAHSA is making the shifts necessary to improve the rehousing system. We are committed to change and innovation.

Sudden death in a family is a common cause of homelessness. Often, the family members left behind can’t keep up with the bills once the sole provider passes away - that was the case with Arthur. After falling into homelessness due to the passing of his father, he has found hope in the resources that LAHSA and its providers offer. Resources that he remembers didn’t exist for the unhoused community decades ago. LAHSA and its providers are doing more to ensure Angelenos are off the streets and on their way to permanency. Head over to our YouTube to watch more. #WelcomeHome Arthur!

On Thursday, August 1, our CEO, Dr. Adams Kellum, had a productive meeting with the West LA community at the Santa Monica Public Library to address the homelessness crisis and LAHSA’s role in tackling it. We heard a range of important questions and concerns about homelessness prevention, mental health services, and housing costs. Dr. Adams Kellum clarified that LAHSA’s primary focus is on the rehousing system. We understand that these concerns are crucial and are committed to partnering with organizations who focus on them. We value the opportunity to collaborate with the community and will continue to work together towards effective solutions. Be on the lookout for the next Listening Session in your area!

Keeping families together can be challenging when finding housing for adults due to gender restrictions within shelters. However, in the case of Valerie & David, a senior mother who is the caregiver for her adult son, LAHSA, with the help of the The Salvation Army, PATH , DMH, and ENKI, was able to keep them together during the five-year process of finding them permanent housing! Head over to our YouTube to watch their full story. #WelcomeHome Valerie & David!

Humberto, a Navy veteran, was found living on the streets by a City of Los Angeles employee who utilized the LA-HOP app to submit an outreach request on Humberto’s behalf. LAHSA then connected with Humberto and helped him get housed! Head over to our YouTube for his story. #WelcomeHome Humberto!

After losing her adolescent son in a car accident, Kristy found herself struggling to survive and lacking hope. His passing led her to live in a tent under a bridge in Baldwin Park, where she was later connected with LAHSA’s outreach team. Their assistance helped Kristy find some normalcy in life again. Head over to our YouTube to watch how she secured permanent housing with the help of LAHSA! #WelcomeHome Kristy!

West LA, we want to hear from you! Join LAHSA CEO Dr. Adams Kellum for her Community Listening Session series on Thursday, August 1, at 10 am at the MLK Auditorium at the Santa Monica Public Library. This collaborative event is for community members, service providers, faith-based organizations, and anyone living in West LA to learn more and contribute to creating solutions for homelessness. Our CEO is eager to hear from you!