Meseret

Meseret initially began working with Park Center in 2013 and ended years of experiencing chronic homelessness by moving into permanent supportive housing at Park Center in 2015. In 2019, she decided to move out of our housing and in with her family. That housing placement was not a good fit for her and moved out of the home. Then in early 2020, she lost her job due to COVID-19 and returned to living on the streets and in her car. Park Center’s Homeless Outreach Team quickly reconnected with Meseret to problem-solve and support her decision-making around housing, healthcare access, and basic needs like food, clothing, and repairing her immobilized car. There were several hurdles that Meseret had to jump through, but that did not stop her from pushing through.

After nearly a year of experiencing homelessness and working with the outreach team, Meseret moved back into Park Center housing in late 2020, and has been there since. She has maintained her health and mental health care, obtained a job, and had her Naturalization Ceremony where she received her U.S. Citizenship. Through her dedication to her needs and continuing to show up and trust her support network, Meseret says, “I’m so happy. I like my house. No more work visa. I now can travel to my country and see my family. I can show my family I am doing good.”

Meseret's courage and dedication to her recovery and goals continue to bring us joy as we get to watch her journey.