OUR STORIES
At Father Joe’s Villages, we’ve seen lives transformed, hope renewed and dignity restored. Read the real stories of the people we’ve served.
Investing in Children: Patrick Strives for a Better Life for His Family
A father of seven children, Patrick always worked extra hard to support his family. However, after being let go from his job as a Lead Electronic Assembly Specialist, Patrick became unable to pay his rent and he and his family ended up losing their home. When they became homeless, Father Joe’s Villages was there to offer support and resources.
How Housing Helps Families in Need: Michelle’s Story
Even when her family was homeless, Michelle’s resiliency and courage helped her family shine. Now, she and her children have found incredible educational, employment and life success. Learn about how Michelle and her family thrived with help from Father Joe’s Villages.
A Fresh Start: Alejandro Cooks Up a Better Future
At Father Joe’s Villages, we believe in the potential of our clients. Our sector-based vocational training programs, including our long-standing Culinary Arts Program, open the door to a new, hopeful future for individuals like Alejandro. Shelter from the Storm A San...
Health and Homelessness: Elizabeth’s Story
For those struggling to pay rent, a serious illness or disability can quickly cause a downward spiral into homelessness. When Elizabeth contracted Bacterial Meningitis, her entire world fell apart. Father Joe’s Villages helped her put the pieces back together. The...
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS BLOG
Father Joe’s Villages and the Government Shutdown
Our region is in crisis. Each month, the Regional Task Force on Homelessness reports that more people are falling into homelessness than exiting it. Seniors and families are the fastest-growing population losing their housing, and support for these vulnerable San...
Podcast S3 Ep. 4-25: A Conversation about Pope Leo XIV
Join Father Joe's Villages Chief Strategy Officer, Josh Bohannan and President & CEO, Deacon Jim Vargas for a conversation about new Pope Leo XIV and the correlation with our work at Father Joe's Villages.
