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Completed Projects
Victorian Heights
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Care Provider: South Bay Community Services
Beds: 38
Groundbreaking Date: September 17,2004
Dedication Date: July 12, 2006
About Victorian Heights: The eight-unit apartment complex in National City is home to 36 women and children, who without housing and support services would otherwise be homeless. Victorian Heights provides a unique blend of services for mothers who have experienced domestic violence, successfully completed substance abuse recovery programs and are now enrolled in court-ordered family reunification programs. The newly renovated apartments provide a setting where families can focus on rebuilding relationships and plan for the future. Each apartment was outfitted with new kitchen cabinets, appliances, flooring, bathroom upgrades and furnishings throughout. On the exterior, all of the units received a fresh coat of paint and new roof. A new kids clubhouse was created out of an existing garage space. The kids clubhouse features a homework and computer learning center, play area for younger kids and family counseling space. A former client described how the program changed her life: "Victorian heights helped me learn to live life on life's terms. While living there, I became stronger and more assertive. It was a safe enviornment where there was no drug activity and it assisted me to stay sober no matter what happened. Also, Victorian Heights gave me a more confident outlook about being a single mom, and speaking out for what I believe in"
Carol's Place
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Carol's HouseCare Provider: Community Resource Center
Beds: 24
Groundbreaking Date: August 24, 2004
Dedication Date: October 8, 2004
About Carol's House: Law enforcement agencies within the City and County of San Diego annually respond to over 20,000 calls of domestic violence but less than 300 beds are available for victims and their children. Carol's House, a coastal north county shelter for women and their children escaping domestic violence features 8 bedrooms, 24 beds, a fully remodeled kitchen, communal dining area and great rooms and 3 1/2 bath. In addition to a violence-free living environment, residence of Carol's Place receive the services the need to live independent and self-sufficient lives.
Shea Homes was built Carol's House with the cooperation of the City of Encinitas using rapid build expertise gained when Shea Homes participated in Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Carol's Place was completed in just 18 working days. Shea Homes San Diego, its trade partners, subcontractors and suppliers donated nearly all of the labor and materials for the project. Carol's House is named for Carol Cianfarani, who along with Pickford Realty Cares, a charitable foundation by Prudential California Realty, contributed the lead gift.
Mary's House
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YMCA Youth & Family Services
Beds: 6
Groundbreaking: March 20, 2003
Dedication Date: August 18, 2003
About Mary's House: Each year, approximately 300 abused or at-risk youth exit the foster care system at age 18 to begin their independent lives. Statistics show that within eighteen months of leaving foster care, 30% of former foster youth will end up homeless for at least one night. Operated by YMCA Youth & Family Services, Mary's House is the first transitional housing program in North San Diego County that provides housing and support services to young women ages 18-24 who have recently left foster care and are at risk for homelessness. The six bedroom home and eight-acre property is owned by the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation. The home was dedicated as "Mary's House" in November of 2002 to honor longtime community leader Mary Goodall for her outstanding service in the area of child abuse prevention.
House of Rachel
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Beds: 5
Groundbreaking: September 20, 2002
Dedication Date: December 12, 2002
About House of Rachel: House of Rachel provides a safe, sober and supportive home for women 50 years of age and older who are in an economic and personal transition. The home provides an environment that promotes community living for women who are seeking training, employment and permanent housing. Builder Captain Colrich Communities fully renovated the five bedroom shelter, creating a warm and supportive home for older homeless women to work toward self-sufficiency.
Since 1936, the role of Catholic Charities has been to provide social welfare programs, to be a witness to the scriptural values of mercy and justice, and to advocate for the poor and vulnerable within the diocese.
Sandra, a client at House of Rachel stated, "When I came to the House of Rachel I was desperate, scared, confused and depressed. I was given a home,a real home, the most beautiful home I've ever lived in and I'm 54 years old. I had a bed, a kitchen right out of Better Homes and Gardens. I was given food and support that no one has ever given me. It's always been me taking care of other people. I didn't know that there was actually a place that would take care of me when I needed help. It is hard to say how much gratitude I have and how much better I feel about myself when I don't have to say I'm homeless."
Sylvia's Place
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Beds: 8
Groundbreaking: Monday, June 3, 2002
Dedication Date: Monday, August 12, 2002
About Sylvia's Place: Just six months after the San Diego chapter was formed, Pardee Homes broke ground on Sylvia's Place, HomeAid San Diego's first project. Fully 100% of the cost of the $158,830 renovation project was donated by Pardee Homes and their trade partners. Under the direction of Sullivan Group Homes, Sylvia's Place provides supportive housing for former foster youth 18-24 years of age who are in need of a safe and stable living environment. Located just east of downtown San Diego, Sylvia's Place is comprised of 8 studio apartments surrounding a central courtyard. Residents of Sylvia's Place are required to work or attend school while progressing toward self-sufficiency.
