Penji Partnership Coordinator, Shannon, talks with Carrie Grover about their unique approach to supporting low-income and homeless individuals through "whole person care," offering everything from mobile showers and laundry to building long-term trusting relationships that empower sustainable change.
Three things you’ll learn in this episode:
1. Whole Person Care" Through Relationship Building: Tracy Community Connection Center focuses on building long-term, trusting relationships with clients to address the root causes of homelessness, rather than just immediate needs. This relationship-first model ensures individuals are ready for services when opportunities arise.
2. Innovative Mobile Services & Dignity Restoration: The organization provides essential and unique mobile services like showers and laundry, alongside food and case management, which not only address immediate physical needs but also play a crucial role in restoring dignity and improving mental well-being for homeless individuals.
3. Collaborative Approach and Systemic Solutions: TCCC actively collaborates with various community partners (hospitals, behavioral health, food banks, etc.) and utilizes a centralized Homeless Management Information System to avoid service duplication and ensure comprehensive support. They also engage in eviction prevention and family reunification efforts as crucial steps towards long-term solutions.
About Carrie Grover and Tracy Community Connections Center:
- Website: http://www.tracyccc.org/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-grover-4b078119a/
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