The economic instability of the past few years has been especially difficult
for people in the Tampa Bay area. Thousands of families in Hillsborough
County have faced severe financial struggles. Many are living paycheck to paycheck trying to provide food, clothing and shelter for their family.
Deborah's situation was just such a case. In fact, things had become so bad
for Deborah and her 3 kids that they were homeless and living in their car. Finally, Deborah was able to find a 1 bedroom apartment. Thankfully, they
had a roof over their heads, but space was extremely cramped and her family didn't have basic furniture. Her baby slept in a stroller and the rest of the family slept cramped on the sofa.
The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, in conjunction with additional agencies, developed a plan of action for Deborah. With help, Deborah was able to find a larger apartment. The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay provided a comfy place for her children to lay their heads at night by providing a crib for her baby and bunk-beds for her older kids.
Deborah is now taking additional steps to stabilize her family. She plans to continue her education so she can provide for her kids, and she knows she's not alone if she finds herself in a future crisis. The Crisis Center of Tampa
Bay is here, serving as the place families can turn for help, hope and healing.
Family Stabilization at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay includes a variety of intervention and case management services designed to meet basic needs, prevent homelessness, enhance self-sufficiency, and stabilize acute financial and emotional crises of families and individuals. To learn more about Family Stabilization, please visit the following webpage at:
http://www.crisiscenter.com/content/20/Family-Stabilization.aspx
