Common Myths and Stereotypes of Homelessness
People experiencing homelessness are often negatively misrepresented in our society. They are characterized as dangerous criminals worthy of incarceration, or sad figures suffering from severe mental illness who are beyond help. Many people don’t realize that, in...
The Benefits of Back-to-School Thrift Store Shopping
The school year is just around the corner. Discover incredible deals on everything you need for back-to-school at any of Father Joe’s Villages thrift stores.
About Father Joe Carroll
Father Joe’s Villages’ founder and President Emeritus, a San Diego visionary and leader, Father Joe Carroll, passed away from health complications on July 10th. His final moments were filled with peace and support. As an icon of the Southern California region and...
Meet President Emeritus Father Joe Carroll
Father Joe Carroll is a San Diego hero who has dedicated his life to ending homelessness one life at a time. Learn about his humble beginnings and his profound role throughout the history of Father Joe’s Villages. About Father Joe Carroll Father Joe Carroll’s...
Interview with Ashley Nguyen, Education Coordinator for Therapeutic Childcare
As a child, experiencing homelessness can leave lasting trauma that lingers into adulthood. Therapeutic Childcare at Father Joe’s Villages works to end the cycle of homelessness by ensuring that children have the resources they need for success. This summer, Father...- Podcast S2 Ep. 4-24: The Power of Philanthropy & The Children’s Charity Gala
- Working in Therapeutic Childcare weighed heavy on me. I pushed through it for the kids.
- As a teen, Father Joe’s supported my family through a hard time. Now I work there.
- Bad teeth made it harder to address my homelessness, until Father Joe’s restored my smile
- Our cycling program gives homeless San Diegans an outlet for fun and a pathway to freedom
