11 episodes
Voices of Hope Audio stories from Silicon Valley's formerly homeless
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- Society & Culture
HomeFirst has been helping the homeless in Silicon Valley since 1980. Voices of Hope is a living library of audio stories to build awareness about the plight of homelessness, celebrate success, and inspire others to get off the street. We will be bringing you stories from men, women, and families from all walks of life, who have all experienced homelessness in different ways. Each story is unique, and each participant courageous.
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Ep 10 Mary
In Episode 10 Voices of Hope we hear Mary share how after becoming homeless with her two children in 2010 due to deaths in the family, underemployment and high cost of rent she found hope and stability while living at HomeFirst’s Boccardo Family Living Center. Mary is in school to get a degree and knows what she has learned from HomeFirst and the support provided is helping her turn things around for her family.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County -
Ep 9 John
At the age of 72 John was kicked out of the home he was living in. He received medical care at Valley Care Medical Center where he learned of HomeFirst and was taken to the Boccardo Reception Center. Since being at the BRC John has received life-saving services and is part of the New Start Program where homeless guests staying at the shelter are trained in a skill.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County -
Ep 8 Arlin
When Arlin was 29 and pregnant with her fourth child, she and her husband had to move. Concerned about the high cost of rent they turned to HomeFirst and was approved to move in to Boccardo Family Living Center. While living there they have been able to save money, take classes and plan for their families future.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County -
Ep 7 Ben
Ben first became homeless in 1969. After years of living on and off the streets he came to HomeFirst’s Boccardo Reception Center. It was there that he received services and medical care through HomeFirst’s Veteran’s Programs. Ben now has his own apartment and is looking forward to volunteering and helping others.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County -
Ep 6 Yahaira
Yahaira is a single mom who found herself and homeless with children. Today she is in school and lives at the Sobrato Family Living Center where her kids benefit from the weekly Tutor Club.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County -
Ep 5 Steve
Steve, a veteran, became homeless after being assaulted in his own home where he was beaten so severely that he fell into a coma. Steve found help at our Boccardo Reception Center first for a bed and meal, and later for housing.
Produced by:
Xian Ballesteros
Alexander Mccoy
Narration:
Stephanie Demos
© 2016 HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County