Impacting the Toledo Area Since 1921
Together We Impact Homelessness in the Toledo Area
We know through support, guidance, collaboration and determination each family will transition to permanent housing and economic stability. And we have the numbers to prove it.
Our Impact
We provide life-changing resources to more than 300 households (over 1000 individuals) annually, 10 households of which are veteran families. Based on historical data, more than 50% of the individuals we serve will be children.
Adults will Earn Income through Employment
More than 50% Of Those We Serve Will Be Children
Families will Remain Housed
We Change Lives Every Day!
The stories below are real ways we’ve helped families in the Toledo Area.
Meet Joseph & His Daughter
Joseph and his daughter entered Beach House Family Shelter in January 2017 without income, medical insurance, child care, or food assistance. While in shelter, Joseph took full advantage of job leads, interview coaching, family advocacy support, and goal-setting. Within weeks, he gained full-time employment. He also enrolled his daughter in school and child care, with help from LFH.
Today, Joseph and his daughter are in a home of their own, and Joseph works full-time.
Meet Creyona
Creyona and her 3 children entered our Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) program for help finding a permanent place to live. Through this program, Creyona developed the communication skills and self-confidence to find a full-time job, increase the child support she receives, and advocate for herself and her children. Today, Creyona and her family live independently in stable, long-term housing.
Meet Cathy
Cathy, a senior with uncontrollable diabetes, entered our Social Security Income (SSI) program when residence at a nursing home ended. Our SSI Specialist worked closely with her to access and expedite qualifying benefits. Presently, Cathy resides in a handicap accessible apartment near her family and receives SSDI benefits.
Out of those we've served in 2017:
Adults Earned Income through Employment
SSI Program Participants were Awarded Disability
Adults Exceeded Personal Income Goals
Families Remained Stable & Housed
“When I got to Beach House I was nervous, scared and confused. The only picture I had in my head of a homeless shelter were the ones I saw on TV, like on Lifetime Network! However, being here for an hour quickly changed my perspective. I found that the staff was caring, loving, warm, and inviting.”
Bionca, Former Resident