Path Home

🗓 💞 YOU are invited on Thursday, April 3rd 5:00p.m.-7:30p.m. at Castaway in Portland for an unforgettable evening of food, entertainment, and heartfelt connections. No auctions or ball gowns, just a night dedicated to connecting with supporters who share our commitment to creating lasting change for families with children. 🕚 Space is limited so visit: bit.ly/PHFamilyReunion to RSVP today. Have questions? Visit our ticketing page for more information on location, parking and more! ❣ Want to sponsor this event? Email us at donate@path-home.org See you then!

Some of you might know that we pride ourselves on our trauma-informed approach to everything. As a matter of fact, something that makes Path Home so unique is our approach to trauma informed architecture and design. The features of trauma-informed design include: 🌱 A sense of abundance and a strong connection to nature through real plants both indoors and outdoors, natural materials, and abundant natural light 🌊 The color palette of the ocean with very minimal contrast between colors 🤸♀️ Flexible spaces that can be used in multiple different ways 🏠 A sense of spaciousness and cleanliness ⚪ Round forms and curved lines that bring a sense of uplift and positivity Trauma-Informed design and architecture is an innovative type of design which is shown to help people heal from the crisis and trauma of experiencing homelessness and can lead to better outcomes, like shorter shelter stays and greater success moving into housing. We would love to see more spaces that reflect the beauty and feelings of ease and safety in more social services settings like shelters. For more info visit: https://lnkd.in/g7ziXjDd #TraumaInformedDesign #HealingSpaces #DesignForDignity #PathHomePDX 🏠

Path Home’s Executive Director, Brandi Tuck, sat down with Fox 12’s Adrian Thomas to discuss the alarming rise in family homelessness in Oregon. With only three family shelters in Multnomah County, the demand for shelter and affordable housing far exceeds availability. According to the 2023 PIT count, Oregon has the highest rate of family homelessness in the nation. For young children, the effects can be lifelong—experiencing homelessness is a known Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE), linked to long-term health and stability challenges. Path Home provides critical support, but Oregon must do more to expand affordable housing and family services to meet the growing need. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gSMSpghE

💖 Be a Path Home Sweet Heart 💖 This Valentines season, be a sweetheart and cover the costs of move-out kits for families! Each family that moves from Path Home's Family Village into housing receives a move-out kit filled with necessities, designed to help them start with success as they move into permanent housing. 🏡 What is a move-out kit? Household necessities to help families start with success as they move into permanent housing. How much do move-out kits cost? Around $35-$40 per kit. What is in a move-out kit? Our move-out kits consist of the following: 🗑️ 13-gallon trash can 🗑️ 13-gallon trash bags 🧹 Mop 🧹 Broom and dust pan 🧻 Toilet brush 🧽 Sponges 🍽️ Dish soap 🧼 Hand soap 🧺 Laundry detergent 🧴 Bottle of all-purpose cleaner 🧻 Rolls of toilet paper 🚿 Shower curtain liner and rings 🍴 Set of dish towels Cover the costs of move-out kits filled with essential items designed to help families succeed as they begin their journey back to stability. Whether it’s one kit, 10, or 25, our collective efforts can make a significant difference in supporting families as they transition to housing. 💕 Sign up to cover a move-out kit today: https://lnkd.in/g5hZqAkg

We have have really special staff doing intentional, dedicated work for families experiencing homelessness in Multnomah County. Yovana, a Family Housing Navigator here at Path Home did a ride along with our friends over at OPB. Read the 'At Work With' article, see their IG post or listen to the podcast below: Article: https://lnkd.in/grvAKzxt... IG Post: https://lnkd.in/g8i_67fq... Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gPwPBRvc So much gratitude to Yovana for her incredible work and OPB for highlighting the invisible homeless crisis!

When rents rise faster than wages, more families face homelessness.

Path Home's team is growing! Join us in our growth! https://lnkd.in/gJSwG7nq

Our Executive Director Brandi Tuck recently wrote an opinion piece in the Oregonian. Read about how the Point in Time Count is making a critical mistake: https://lnkd.in/eTRbwwWy

Behind the Scenes at Path Home!! Yesterday, our amazing volunteers dedicated countless hours to sorting through an array of new and gently used clothes generously donated by our community. These items are now beautifully displayed in our Family Village Shelter, ready for participants from all Path Home's programs to drop in and shop for themselves and their families. From today through Friday, visitors can find everything from warm winter coats for kids to socks and stylish boots. We're thrilled to welcome families and help them stock up on fashionabble essentials and necessities! Any remaining clothes will be thoughtfully redistributed to other shelters in need. Thank you to everyone who contributed and made this possible!!! #pathhome #Familyvillage #CommunitySupport #PortlandVolunteers #HomelessnessPDX

Did you see last night's KGW-TV segment on homelessness yet? Our Executive Director, Brandi Tuck was featured to give comment on the Point in Time Count (PIT) happening this week. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/g_aSHYiM