Participant Stories

After moving to San Diego for a new job opportunity, Claire lost her job and found herself sleeping in a rental car while searching for work and stability. Through CRC’s Rapid Rehousing Program, Food & Nutrition Center, case management and mental health support, Claire moved into an apartment near Christmas and continues working toward her goals.

After experiencing homelessness in Carlsbad, Nathan connected with CRC’s Rapid Rehousing program and began taking steps toward stability, recovery and a home of his own. Today, he is housed, employed and looking toward the future with hope.

At 78 years old, Sylvia came to CRC seeking support after experiencing abuse and instability. With advocacy, housing support and other services, she began building a safer, more stable future and shared that she now feels “more hopeful, more secure, and brighter about the future.”

Amelia escaped domestic abuse, leaving everything behind to cross the state to safety. CRC became her steady source of support.

Katrina took courageous steps toward safety and stability. With housing assistance and supportive connections, she secured a home and started rebuilding for her children.

A CRC client story: Maria received housing assistance, food and resources that helped her move from homelessness to stability.

Daniel visits our client-choice pantry to choose nourishing food for himself, his two foster children and his aging mother. For Daniel, who lives with a disability after surviving an assault, CRC has become a lifeline.

Gabriela arrived at CRC’s emergency shelter with her 7-year-old daughter, Maribel, finding safety and a new beginning for her family.

CRC bilingual therapist Monica Ditta shares more about her child therapy work.

After tragically losing her eldest son, Sam became trapped in an abusive relationship. Sam left everything behind and spent a year unsheltered for the first time in her life.

Sophia shares, "The food and nutrition center is very helpful to be able to put food on our table, especially with the food prices going up so high. We care for two children we’re fostering, a 1-year-old and a 4-year-old with medical complexities. And my sister-in-law lives with us with her two kids, ages 13 and 8. What may seem like a small donation makes a huge difference to us being low income. Even the diapers have helped a lot. I’m very thankful for it."

Sara shares, "When I think about the profound impact of CRC counseling in my life I am moved beyond words. Did you know that there are people out there in this world whose love for others is so great and so deep that they are willing to give so that a complete stranger can have a better life?"