SUCCESS STORIES
Housing Initiatives serves a wide range of people including single men and women, veterans, families, and children. All of our clients have been homeless due to a diagnosed mental illness.
At times, we all need someone to help us stand back up when we fall.
Over the last 30 years, Housing Initiatives has helped over 550 homeless men and women suffering from mental illness into a permanent home. Safety, peace, and hope felt by living in a permanent home is the foundation these folks need to begin the healing process. Their stories of strength and surviving immense challenges are an inspiration to us all.
READ MIKE'S STORY
“The number one step in my healing was having a permanent roof over my head. I’m now able to pay my bills and I am working my way towards a job. Soon, I’ll likely leave Housing Initiatives because I’ll be emotionally and financially stable again.”
READ ERIK'S STORY
“Housing Initiatives is my saving grace. I love living here. It’s a quiet, safe place where I’ve been able to heal my mind. Housing Initiatives allows people to be as good as they possibility can be.”
READ PHIL'S STORY
“Housing Initiatives reached out to me in my darkest moment and treated me like a human being that mattered. They literally saved my life. Having a home gives you the dignity and self-respect you need to fight substance abuse and get back on your feet.”
READ LARRY'S STORY
“I’m way more secure in my home and how I feel about myself. For many years, the depression was overwhelming. I felt worthless. Today, I have found enjoyment in the stewardship of my home.”
READ CASSEY'S STORY
“Housing Initiatives means a lot to me and my kids. I can’t imagine where we’d be without Housing Initiatives. I’m very grateful.”
READ JOHN'S STORY
“After 40 years, I am finally beginning to recover. Without Housing Initiatives, I wouldn’t have gotten off the streets, I wouldn’t be managing my illness, and I don’t believe I’d still be alive.”
READ VA CHUA VANG'S STORY
“Dean is like a brother to me. He pulled me and my family out of a dark hole. I feel very blessed to be part of the Housing Initiatives community.”
OUR CLIENTS BEST TELL OUR STORY
For over 30 years, Housing Initiatives has ended homelessness for more than 800 men, women, and veterans who suffer from a mental illness by providing them with a permanent home and supportive services to help them lead a healthier life.
YOU CAN GIVE THE GIFT OF HOME
Donate today to help us provide quality housing to Madison’s most vulnerable residents.
1110 Ruskin Street – Madison, WI 53704
(608) 227-8330 | info@housinginitatives.org
Anyone who is homeless, concerned about becoming homeless, or looking for a place to sleep for the evening should contact the Dane County Housing Resource line at (855) 510-2323.
To visit our CLIENT WEBSITE – designed for our clients with client needs in mind – CLICK HERE or visit hii-community.org