The People Concern believes no one should have to live on the street or in a violent household. Our staff, volunteers and those we serve work together to address the effects of homelessness, poverty, mental and physical illness, abuse and addiction. Our programs empower the most vulnerable among us to improve their quality of life – housed, healthy and safe – and become active participants in the community. We also work to educate the broader community and improve public policy.

We are on the front lines of the homeless crisis in Los Angeles County. Housing Works is recognized by The County of Los Angeles Department of Health Services, Mayor Eric Garcetti, Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, United Way, The Corporation for Supportive Housing and many others, as one of the top providers of permanent supportive housing for the homeless in Los Angeles County. We work with the most challenging cases of chronic homelessness, in many cases housing folks who have lived on the streets for decades.