Home Sweet Home
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hen Robin's lease expired during the pandemic, she turned to CCC for help.
"Finding housing has been extremely challenging because of the pandemic," said Jennifer Levine, supportive housing & homeless services director. "Leasing offices closed, some landlords didn’t want to work with our master-lease program, and there is already a shortage of affordable and safe housing in the area." Robin was in poor health and, with her current lease ending, she needed to find something quickly. "I scoured the city and at the last minute found Robin a place," said CCC Outreach Worker Shirley Brown. That solved one problem, but with Robin's moving day quickly approaching, she had no resources or people to help her. Shirley stepped in again, arranging for a moving truck and volunteers. Together they helped Robin finish packing and moved her into her new place. Since the move, Shirley continues to check in with Robin several times a month. "Robin loves the place and is so grateful for the assistance," said Shirley. "If my client is pleased, so am I!"
Collaborative Mural Completed in Richmond
Last month CCC partnered with the Mending Walls RVA project. The purpose of this public art project is to bring artists from different backgrounds together to discuss current events around race, resulting in a mural that communicates empathy and connection during a time when we all need it most. CCC's Housing Resource Center and Youth Hub features one of 16 murals across the city, which includes portraits of three community members and their hopes for the future.
CCC Outreach Worker, Shirley Brown
“We value the voice of the communities we serve and are proud to be a part of this important conversation and the community,” said CCC CEO Jay Brown.
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