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At Mercy Housing California, we build communities with residents in mind. Places where people of all abilities can thrive, connect, and feel at home. One of our newest communities, The Kelsey Civic Center, was recently named a finalist for Affordable Housing Finance’s Readers’ Choice Awards in the Urban category. Designed with inclusion at its core,

My name is Laura, and I live at Heritage Gardens—a place I now proudly call home. Just saying that fills me with emotion, because a year ago, I didn’t have a home. I was living in my car, moving from place to place, never knowing where I’d sleep next. Having my own apartment is something

At an early age, Chad enjoyed taking things apart and putting them back together. It’s no surprise that when he entered the U.S. Marine Corps, he was assigned to work on CH53C Stallion helicopters as an engine mechanic. “We tore them down, rebuilt them and tested them, and then they would be installed on the

For many years, Peggy, age 78, was a caregiver for her mother and boyfriend. She was glad to care for them during their time of need, but it also took a toll on her physical and mental health. “I knew I was under stress each time I was a caregiver, but didn’t realize the extent

When Eric walked through the doors of Thrive Sweet Auburn earlier this year, he brought with him a suitcase and a lifetime of resilience. A veteran, a manager at Delta during the 1996 Olympics, a security professional, and a minister who spent eight years leading outreach programs for men in crisis, Eric’s story is one

“From a young age, I’ve been fascinated by the idea of solving mysteries and helping others find justice,” Mercy Housing resident and 2025 EPIC award recipient Shakirah recently shared. As she grew older, Shakirah realized that her passion could turn into a meaningful career as a crime scene investigator (CSI). “Becoming a crime scene investigator

Emely Urbina | Colony Park UC – Berkeley Since the age of three, Emely has called Columbia Park—where she lives with her grandmother—home. “This home, this community has been the most stabilizing force in my life,” she recently shared. An aspiring conservation scientist, this first-generation college student is one of the 2025 EPIC grant awardees.

Raan | Crestview Village Apartments University of Nebraska – Lincoln When Raan looks at the world, he sees a place where stories are not only written but told. As a youth resident at Mercy Housing Crestview Village Apartments, where he lives with his family, Raan has always had an affinity for storytelling. “I have always

Franny is part of a supportive family but has faced unique challenges that require a wider safety net. When she was born, her parents were informed she wouldn’t live past two years old due to a rare genetic disorder that causes severe health complications. 41 years later, Franny says, “I’m still here, thank you, Lord.”

Eating healthy food is not a choice that most people experiencing homelessness can make, and the consequences to their health can be devastating. Farrell Mike knows this reality all too well. During the years he was homeless, Farrell’s health deteriorated, and he was hospitalized many times. Two years ago, Farrell moved into his new home