by Kenny Tsuda | Sep 8, 2020 | Press Releases
CONTACT:
Brenda Lynch
blynch@unionstationhs.org
626.977.4350
Changing the Narrative Series: Does Housing Really End Homelessness?
Pasadena, CA August 31, 2020 – The second webinar in the Changing the Narrative Series: Does Housing Really End Homelessness features Dr. Sam Tsemberis, the internationally recognized pioneer of the groundbreaking Housing First philosophy. The webinar series is brought to you by Union Station Homeless Services and will be held on September 30, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.
Visit https://unionstationhs.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rUNCwZVfQ8eYcNRpaxjQBg for more information and to register.
A sought-after speaker, Tsemberis is recognized internationally for his commitment and advocacy to ending homelessness for people with mental illness and addiction. He will hold an interactive conversation with panelists and viewers on why housing is the key to healthier people, happier communities and decreased homelessness.
Discussion points will range from what is it like to experience the Housing First model when looking to get off the streets to addressing if the model is replicable across the San Gabriel Valley and the U.S.
Featured speakers include:
- Sam Tsemberis, pioneer of the groundbreaking Housing First philosophy; CEO of Pathways to Housing, an organization he founded in 1992 based on the belief that housing is a basic human right.
- Cynthia Kirby, Administrative Assistant First Baptist Church Pasadena, formerly homeless now housed for 5 years.
Anne Miskey, CEO, Union Station Homeless Services, providing homeless services for 32 cities throughout the San Gabriel Valley, the largest Service Planning Area in Los Angeles County.
Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to providing permanent solutions to end homelessness and rebuild lives. Headquartered in Pasadena, Ca, Union Station is the San Gabriel Valley’s largest social service agency assisting homeless and very low-income adults and families. Union Station believes every person deserves a life of dignity and a safe place to call home. With more than 45 years of experience, Union Station proudly offers a holistic continuum of programs throughout the San Gabriel Valley including street outreach, intake assessments, bridge and permanent housing, care coordination, employment, and community integration services.
by Kenny Tsuda | Jul 13, 2020 | Press Releases
Union Station Homeless Services announced today the organization’s new
Board of Directors Officers effective July 1, 2020 and the election of five new members since the last
officer installation. Serving as Chair will be Kevin Trieber, Senior Vice President, Bank of America, with
Maxine Harris, Vice President and Senior Trust Officer, Bank of the West, continuing her role as Vice
Chair. Eric “Tony” Gronroos, CPA, Hinton, Kreditor & Gronroos, LLP, has been installed as Treasurer
while Jesse Torres, Principal, ArroyoWest, LLC, will serve as Secretary.
New Board Members elected since the last Officer installation include:
- Vinayak Bharne, Adjunct Associate Professor, USC School of Architecture
- Lori Bondar, VP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at Avery Dennison
- Angela Serranzana, Hackler Flynn and Associates
- Lisa Smith, Manager Director/Public Finance Group MUFG
- Jay Walters, Chief Information Officer and Vice President, Ellen McDonald MD, Inc.
The stature and experience of the new Board of Directors is remarkable,” states Anne Miskey, CEO
Union Station Homeless Services. “We are looking forward to the Board’s contribution to help us
navigate these difficult times and continue our mission to end homelessness and rebuild lives in the San
Gabriel Valley.”
Rotating off the Board after years of service and commitment to the organization are Rob Levy, Arnie
Sigel, Cathy Simms, Jim McCarthy and Brittany Duke-Noblin.
High Res Photos at https://unionstationhs.org/our-board/
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Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to providing permanent
solutions to end homelessness and rebuild lives. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA, Union Station is the San Gabriel
Valley’s largest social service agency assisting homeless and very low-income adults and families. Union Station
believes every person deserves a life of dignity and a safe place to call home. With more than 45 years of
experience, Union Station proudly offers a holistic continuum of programs throughout the San Gabriel Valley
including street outreach, intake assessments, bridge and permanent housing, care coordination, employment,
and community integration services. For more information, visit www.unionstationhs.org.
CONTACT:
Brenda Lynch
blynch@unionstationhs.org
626.977.4350
by Kenny Tsuda | Jul 6, 2020 | Union Station in the News
The housing crisis in the San Gabriel Valley is the result of decades of broken and racist systems — housing discrimination, income inequality, disparities in the justice system, generational poverty and lack of access to opportunity — have led the area to this unacceptable truth: Black people are four times more likely to experience homelessness than other groups.
The country is finally having vital conversations but how do we go beyond talk and take action for real change? How can we make a difference in the San Gabriel Valley?
Join Union Station Homeless Services for the inaugural webinar of Changing the Narrative Series: Systemic Racism and the Housing Crisis to be held on Tuesday, July 7, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Zoom and Facebook Live.
Visit unionstationhs.org/cns1 for more information and to register. Space in Zoom is limited. The webinar will be livestreamed on Facebook Live. All are welcome.
A panel of experts will hold a dynamic discussion with a question and answer session on “What can you do as a community member to be a catalyst for change?” Featured speakers include:
- Va Lecia Adams Kellum, Ph.D., president & CEO, St. Joseph Center, a trailblazer in deploying integrated, multidisciplinary teams to help the most vulnerable homeless individuals obtain and maintain stable housing.
- Dominick Correy, district representative, SenatorAnthony J. Portantino for the Pasadena and Altadena region.
- Veronica Gentry, chair, Union Station Black Diversity Network and member of the Multidisciplinary Outreach Teamteam dedicated to working with the highest utilizers of emergency services among the homeless population of San Gabriel Valley.
- Anne Miskey, CEO, Union Station Homeless Services, providing homeless services for in 32 cities throughout the San Gabriel Valley, the largest Service Provider Area in Los Angeles County.
https://www.monroviaweekly.com/community/union-station-to-host-webinar-on-systemic-racism-and-the-housing-crisis-in-san-gabriel-valley/
by Kenny Tsuda | Jul 5, 2020 | Press Releases
Beyond Talk: Providing Clear Action Steps to Address Systemic Racism San Gabriel Valley Housing Crisis
The housing crisis in the San Gabriel Valley is the result of decades of broken and racist systems — housing discrimination, income inequality, disparities in the justice system, generational poverty and lack of access to opportunity — have led us to this unacceptable truth: Black people are 4 times more likely to experience homelessness than other groups.
Finally, these vital conversations are happening. But how do we go beyond talking to action? How can we make a difference in the San Gabriel Valley?
Join us for the inaugural Webinar for the Changing the Narrative Series: Systemic Racism and the Housing Crisis to be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 5:30 to 6:30 pm on Zoom and Facebook Live.
Register at https://unionstationhs.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1jc-JxpiQJqZV2AHTfV-Ug Limited space for the webinar with the overflow joining on Facebook Live.
Panel of experts will hold an open discussion with a question and answer session on “ What can you do as a community member to be a catalyst for change?”
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- Va Lecia Adams Kellum, Ph.D., President & CEO, St. Joseph Center will overview the disproportionate representation of People of Color experiencing homelessness
- Dominick Correy, District Representative, Senator Anthony J. Portantino will address housing issues specific to SGV from a political perspective
- Veronica Gentry, Chair, Union Station Black Diversity Network and member of the Multi-Disciplinary Outreach Team will discuss what is happening at the street level to promote equity
- Anne Miskey CEO, Union Station Homeless Services will moderate the webinar
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Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to providing permanent solutions to end homelessness and rebuild lives. Headquartered in Pasadena, Ca, Union Station is the San Gabriel Valley’s largest social service agency assisting homeless and very low-income adults and families. Union Station believes every person deserves a life of dignity and a safe place to call home. With more than 45 years of experience, Union Station proudly offers a holistic continuum of programs throughout the San Gabriel Valley including street outreach, intake assessments, bridge and permanent housing, care coordination, employment, and community integration services. For more information, visit www.unionstationhs.org.
CONTACT:
Brenda Lynch, blynch@unionstationhs.org, 626.977.4350
