Refresher Course on What TSF Does

The Stable Foundation was formed for the purpose of eradicating homelessness in Athens, GA.

TSF is a Housing First model which seeks to:

1. Prevent Homelesssness before it begins

2. Rapid Rehousing for at risk families and individuals

3. Connection to services and community resources, advocacy and a sense of human belonging

It is joyful work, that requires volunteers to be involved in the lives of those around them in a most meaningful way.

Capitol Strives to Define ‘Homeless’

For more than 20 years, federal housing law has counted as homeless only people living on the streets or in shelters. But now the House and the Senate are considering an expansion of the definition to include people precariously housed: those doubled up with friends or relatives or living day to day in motels, with money and options running out.

From The New York Times

Graduation Day Family 4

Congratulation to Family 4 on graduation day from The Stable Foundation. Thanks to Michael and Barbara, Robin, Dianne and all the volunteers that have helped with this family and those who generously contributed to make this housing possible.

Family 4 is a good example of why "housing first" is such a successful strategy. After being on the streets for 17 months, the house, a place to live was the starting point for a remarkable transformation. Once housing is in place the client is able to concentrate on other things, like transportation, communication, health concerns, and employment.

This family has been challenging and rewarding beyond measure.

The Stable Foundation is still a new organization, learning as we go. It turns out our clients are our best teachers for how to do this work.