Dalton’s apartment isn’t just the place he eats and sleeps – it’s where his family began. “My 4-year-old daughter was born in my apartment, and it’s where we’ve lived ever since. It’s sentimental,” he said. He never imagined he’d be in the position to lose such a special place, but when his...
When Amanda’s job as a summer school dance instructor was nixed due to budget cuts, she fell behind on rent for the very first time. "They let us know super late, which put me in an awkward position,” Amanda said. “It wasn't enough time to find something else that would ensure that I was...
Last summer, “Hannah” contracted COVID-19 leaving her unable to work. To make matters worse, Hannah’s employer denied her request for sick time and terminated her employment. Without a steady income, she fell behind on rent for the first time. Soon after, Hannah’s landlord filed an eviction...
When “Camille” received an eviction notice, she knew exactly who she’d call: the same reliable and friendly nonprofit she’d connected with five years ago – Law Center for Better Housing. “As a matter of fact, I spoke with the same person. It was a pleasure to feel like I knew the person on the...