“The Invisible,” episode 3 of The Way Home, a short-form documentary series released for streaming today on Amazon Prime video, tells the story of Lynn, a man who lived homeless
BKRHC announces changes to 2021 Point in Time Count methodology Plans to account for unsheltered persons using case management data, in lieu of in-person count due to COVID-19 surge CONTACT:
Local COVID-19 rent and mortgage assistance programs expand income eligibility and maximum awards New online application simplifies process for individuals. Landlords and lenders encouraged to apply on behalf of tenants
Now you can pick up a full box of food for your family after work every 3rd Tuesday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Everyone is welcome! Laborers of the
There will be free Thanksgiving Meals offered at The Mission in Bakersfield on Thanksgiving Day, 11/26/20, at 11:00 am, New Generation Church in Wasco on Saturday, 11/21/20 at 12:00 pm,
The Kern County Latino COVID-19 Task Force, Kern County Department of Public Health, and the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are proud to offer Free COVID-19 testing, open to
Volunteers critical for accurate count, efforts to address homelessness. Plans in place to address COVID-19 concerns. For Immediate Release CONTACT: Anna Laven, Ed.D., BKRHC Executive Director, 310-592-8557, anna.laven@bkrhc.org BAKERSFIELD, CA
Dignity Health is offering free drive-thru flu vaccine clinics 11/6/20 – 11/16/20 at five different locations. https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Canyon-Hills-Lamont-Arvin-Shafter.pdf https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Shafter-Valley-Bible.pdf
Join us for a morning panel discussion regarding youth homelessness in Kern County and what you can do to help address the issue. This panel discussion will be held virtually
Three efforts are currently underway to convert residential motels into permanent affordable housing units in Bakersfield, The Bakersfield Californian today reported. You can read more about these efforts and how
The Housing Authority of the County of Kern is accepting applications from landlords and lenders for its COVID-19 Rent and Mortgage Assistance Program. If you are a landlord or lender
The Bakersfield Californian reported today that the City of Bakersfield has approved a loan for Golden Empire Affordable Housing, Inc., II to purchase the Decatur Hotel in downtown Bakersfield and
By Anna Laven, Ed.D.Executive Director – BKRHCandStephen PelzExecutive Director – Housing Authority https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BKRHC_Housing-Authority_10142020.pdf
By Anna Laven, Ed.D.Executive Director https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BKRHC-Stakeholder-Presentation_10132020.pdf
Laid off from work due to COVID-19? You may be eligible to receive assistance with Supportive Services of $400 or $800 depending on qualifications. Supportive Services may include: Equipment necessary
The Bakersfield Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative strategy is driven by data-based decision making. At our upcoming Governing Board meeting on 10/28/20, we will be discussing our Race to Zero reports
Come join us for a discussion regarding youth homelessness in Kern County and what you can do to help on Tuesday, 11/3/2020 at 10:00 am. https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/HOMELESS-YOUTH-AWARENESS-MONTH-PANEL-DISCUSSION-FLYER-PDF.pdf
https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/2020-State-ESG-CV-2-Application.pdf State HCD has extended the application deadline for the state CARES Act ESG Round 2 grant, thus the County of Kern will also extend the deadline by one week.
Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative approves grant funding for COVID-19 Prevention and Containment programs Local service providers receive more than $220,000 to serve those experiencing homelessness CONTACT: Anna Laven, Ed.D., BKRHC Executive
State Emergency Solutions Grants Program – Coronavirus (ESG-CV) Notice of Funding Availability (Round 2) US. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funding Provided Through The State of California Grant Application
Presented by Allyson Baptiste, MSW (Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. Community Homeless Law Center Project) abaptiste@gbla.org
Nonprofit entities play an important role in supporting our local economy, addressing unmet needs of the most needy in our society, and improving the quality of life in Kern County.
The Bakersfield Californian reporter Quinn Wilson covered the recent announcement of a nearly $15 million grant award to the Housing Authority of the County of Kern to expand the inventory
Local organizations launch COVID-19 rent and mortgage assistance programs One-time financial assistance available for individuals who have lost income or incurred medical bills due to COVID-19 CONTACT: Anna Laven, Ed.D.,
Yesterday, Wednesday, September 16, 2020, it was announced that the Housing Authority of the County of Kern will receive nearly $15 million from the State of California to purchase and
Today, local Rep. Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced a bill designed to help address veteran homelessness. The Reducing Veteran Homelessness Act of 2020 to ensure that our nation’s
“BKRHC is disappointed in tonight’s decision of the City Council to not approve a Conditional Use Permit for Kern Project Roomkey. Our region’s unsheltered homeless population remain at high-risk for
By Russell Judd, Ken Keller and Bruce Peters A version of this op-ed appeared in The Bakersfield Californian. To view the original post, click here. We’ve all experienced first-hand the
By Carlos Baldovinos A version of this op-ed appeared in The Bakersfield Californian. To view the op-ed online, visit here. Homelessness is a complex issue that affects every one of
By Anna Laven, Stephen Pelz and Deborah Johnson. A version of this op-ed appeared in The Bakersfield Californian. To view the original post, click here. The Housing Authority of the
