Today, Thursday, September 12, at 6 pm PT, our President and CEO, Dr. Ryan J. Smith, will be honored to speak at the upcoming Empowerment Congress Homelessness Working Group. Dr. Smith will present on St. Joseph Center’s work centered on Black People Experiencing Homelessness (BPEH) and provide insight into his overall vision for addressing racial disparities in homelessness. To join, please register here: https://lnkd.in/dCdax5RY
St. Joseph Center
Non-profit Organizations
Venice, CA 6,987 followers
Addressing Poverty and Homelessness in LA through Housing, Outreach, Mental Health Services, and Education/Job Skills.
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Our mission is to provide working poor families as well as homeless men, women, and children of all ages with the inner resources and tools to become productive, stable and self- supporting members of the community. St. Joseph Center has been meeting the needs of low-income and homeless individuals and families since 1976. Today, our programs reach more than 10,000 people annually across Los Angeles County. The Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves those in need without regard for religious affiliation or lack thereof. Comprehensive case management, mental health, and integrated social service programs are carried out at multiple sites in Los Angeles County, with major service centers located on the Westside and in South LA. St. Joseph Center provides clients with concentrated and coordinated access to a range of services according to the nature of their needs. Our current efforts cover: •Outreach & Engagement: Street-based multidisciplinary teams, walk-in centers, and food assistance service help homeless and low-income men, women, and children access housing and other resources that lead to self-sufficiency. •Housing: Permanent Supportive Housing and Rapid Re-Housing services assist homeless families and individuals to obtain and maintain housing stability. •Mental Health: Therapy and other forms of support help clients impacted by mental health issues lead fuller, more independent lives. •Education & Vocational Training: Job programs and educational efforts equip adults and children with the knowledge and tools to make progress in the workplace and in life.
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http://www.stjosephctr.org
External link for St. Joseph Center
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 201-500 Mitarbeiter
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- Venice, CA
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- Nonprofit
- Gegründet
- 1976
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- Mental Health, Homeless Services, Food Pantry, Housing Services, Culinary Training Program, Money Management & Representative Payee Services, Outreach and Engagement, Job Training, and Education
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204 Hampton Drive
Venice, CA 90291, US
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St. Joseph Center was honored to celebrate our amazing Youth Resource Team (YRT) graduates! YRT program provides assertive case management, referrals, and support services to youth ages 10-24 and their families. The YRT team works hard to help youth stabilize their lives and improve their well-being. While celebrating each youth for successfully meeting their goals, the grads were gifted a certificate, a new laptop, and a toolkit jar with reminders to help them on their new journey.
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We are grateful to all #BacktoSchool donors who supported our students with school supplies! 🤩✏️📚 You can still make an impact and give! Please visit stjosephctr.org or text SJCBTS to 26989 by September 6th to donate.
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Please join us for a happy hour focused on Measure A. This event will offer a chance to connect with housing and homeless service professionals across LA County while discussing the significance of this important initiative. Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: PIPS on La Brea, 1356 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/g3xnir8s
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St. Joseph Center proudly celebrates our new amazing Bread and Roses Training Kitchen graduates! For more information about our culinary program, visit https://lnkd.in/g4DCu-ne
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Dr. Ryan J. Smith, President and CEO of St. Joseph Center, calls for a shift in the narrative surrounding student homelessness and the criminal justice system in Los Angeles. He shares his experiences with remarkable candor, shedding light on these pressing issues. His article highlights the transformative work of our incredible Santa Monica Youth Resource Team and emphasizes the need to center the lived experiences of Black Angelenos, who face disproportionate impacts from this crisis. https://lnkd.in/gHczNixc
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This Monday at 7:00 pm PST, St. Joseph Center President and CEO Dr. Ryan Smith will be the guest speaker with Reverend Al Sharpton, President of the LA County of Labor Yvonne Wheeler, and others to discuss the need to support Measure A, the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solution and Prevention Now measure. Join this virtual event for a crucial conversation on tackling housing affordability and homelessness in our community: Watch Live Stream on YouTube OnDaSpotLIVE: https://lnkd.in/gfUFMbrj
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Rebba reflected on her struggle to make ends meet with her daughter Heaven while living on the streets. Despite the challenges, she stayed hopeful as she received housing services from St. Joseph Center. During St. Joseph Center's Back-to-School Kick-Off, Heaven was provided with a backpack and vital school supplies, empowering her for a successful school year. Read more: https://conta.cc/4dO3P4H
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Dr. Ryan J. Smith, President and CEO of the St. Joseph Center, joins Dana Henry, Director of Black Justice and Healing for the Weingart Foundation, to pen an article addressing the urgent need to shift the narrative around homelessness in Los Angeles. The article emphasizes the importance of centering the lived experiences and stories of Black Angelenos, who are disproportionately impacted by both the homelessness crisis and the criminal justice system. Read full article published in the LA Sentinel: http://alturl.com/fb4it
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Today, we celebrate the 35th anniversary of our Bread and Roses Café! Started by the Sisters of Carondelet, Bread & Roses Café serves over 600 hot, nutritious meals per week to our neighbors experiencing homelessness in a restaurant-style setting that fosters dignity and respect. Let’s take this opportunity to thank our long history of chefs, staff, volunteers, and donors for their commitment to providing our unhoused neighbors with the nutrition and resources they need. In order to continue the great work done at our Bread and Roses Café, we kindly ask that you make a donation. Donations can be made at: https://lnkd.in/dimNzBPw
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