Development
Moving into an apartment or some other type of housing is just the beginning of life transformation. If you have been in the cycle of poverty and homelessness for a while chances are you need to develop some new tools and resources to continue to be successful and also to be upwardly mobile - fully breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness. Development is our long-term commitment to you - a life long community working to help people live the life God has for them!
Mentors and Friendships
We always tell people once you are with us you are stuck with us! You are a welcome part of our community anytime, which means the support through friendships and mentors last forever. As people move into housing we recognize they still need community, there are still life skills that need to be learned, and they still need people - healthy people! So, development happens with birthday lunches, help with bills, figuring out how to work with the grouchy landlord, and all the fun things of being housed!
10 Assets
“The ability to leave poverty is more dependent upon other resources than it is upon financial resources. Each of these resources plays a vital role in the success of an individual.”
Ruby Payne
Bridges Out Of Poverty
1. Faith (Religion/Spirituality)
Belief in something bigger than yourself. Belief in not just a creator God, but in a personal God who provides divine purpose and guidance. Faith is the foundation of Hope.
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2. Health
Having basic physical (and mental) mobility that allows you to function at a job or at school and within your social networks.
3. Social Capital
Support - Relationships that can be counted on to provide help in times of need.
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- Frequent access to stable adults with whom you can personally identify (race, ethnicity, etc.) that model stability, planning, stamina and perseverance.
4. Self-Control
The ability to control your response to the circumstances of your environment, particularly negative circumstances.
5. Growth-Mindset
Motivation. A particular way of thinking which believes that through hard work and effort one can improve their abilities and intellect. People with a growth mindset believe that their skills and intelligence are not fixed and can be improved through effort and persistence. Challenges and setbacks in life are approached as opportunities for growth and learning.
6. Knowledge
The ability to read, write, compute, communicate, and think critically in order to make good decisions.
7. Self-Advocacy
Believing that you have the right to pursue what you want in life and the desire to do so.The ability to defend yourself, question authority when necessary, and pursue your dreams.
8. Knowledge of Dominant Culture
Cultural Intelligence.Knowledge of the often unspoken rules of mainstream culture, how systems function, and how to get things done.
9. Future Orientation
A focus on long-term goals, planning, life-long learning and perseverance. The ability to articulate a Future Story.
10. Income
The money to provide basic needs such as housing, food, and healthcare.