LifeSTEPS is pleased to announce that we have received an anonymous gift in the generous amount of $30,000 to fund our statewide emergency assistance program.  Currently we are providing service to 155 communities throughout California, including 104 multi-family sites and 51 senior sites.  Our wrap-around service for residents demonstrates that when people work together, great things can happen. LifeSTEPS is committed to our tradition of joining forces with property owners, property management, community partners, and residents to make our communities a great place to call home.
 

Recipient of LifeSTEPS' Emergency Assistance.

Working together, we are developing creative solutions that maximize human potential while helping at-risk clients maintain stable housing.  One of our recent recipients of emergency assistance, a resident in Sacramento, was stunned to learn that he had spent over $600 on late fees during the past year.  With the help of his LifeSTEPS Director of Social Services and $350 in rental assistance, this resident has started paying his rent on time for the first time in two years.  In addition, together they created a schedule for paying his bills that will eliminate late payments all together. 
 
LifeSTEPS continues to meet community needs in many ways, including the provision of quality after school programming, adult education opportunities, community building events, emergency assistance, and in-kind donations. With the generous contributions from our partners, LifeSTEPS provides tangible solutions that assist our residents in achieving success.

 IN THE COMMUNITY

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

 

Terry Marino is a dedicated LifeSTEPS volunteer.  Since February 2009, she has been facilitating the after school program  at the Rancho Niguel Apartments in Laguna Hills.  The children and parents appreciate the homework assistance, arts and crafts, and educational games Terry provides during each session.  As many of the parents at this property are monolingual Spanish speakers, the LifeSTEPS after school program creates an opportunity for the children to receive homework help that may not be possible at home. The children are blossoming and some have even made the honor roll at their school.  They frequently greet Terry with reports cards in hand to share their exciting academic achievements.  Not only is Terry a valued volunteer, she is a resident at Vintage Shores Apartments, a senior community in San Clemente where LifeSTEPS also provides services. We are privileged to have such a competent and enthusiastic volunteer as part of our team.