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Key Campus Mission Moment
When we say "collaboration is key," what we mean is that it takes an entire community to end homelessness. Take Phil's* story as a powerful example:
Phil* came to Phoenix in January with little but the shirt on his back. By February, he was at Key Campus seeking assistance. Keys to Change staff immediately began working with Phil to assess his goals, and create a roadmap to achieve them.
First, a stop at Homeless ID Project to obtain his birth certificate and social security card. Next, with identification documents in hand, an appointment with the on-Campus office of AZ Department of Economic Security to enroll in AHCCCS (state medical benefits) and SNAP (nutrition assistance).
With a bed assigned in CASS, Phil spent the next few weeks enjoying meals provided by St. Vincent de Paul as he worked with St. Joseph the Worker to gameplan his career. All the while, Phil utilized the Key Campus post office to send and receive vital correspondences and as an address to list on applications.
When a room became available for Phil at Victory Place managed by Keys to Change, he jumped at the chance to have a quiet, stable environment as he studied his way through trade school with the help of Arizona@Work. Now, Phil has a full time job as a dishwasher and is looking for opportunities to apply his new certifications in HVAC and plumbing.
With the help of Keys to Change Flex Funding program, Phil received the final push of assistance he needed to cover move-in costs and settle in. He's now in his own apartment at a complex managed by Arizona Housing, Inc. and looks forward to reconnecting with his two kids in this new chapter!
Key Campus. Unlocking the Way Home.
Shared by Tyler Boyd, Keys to Change Street Outreach
*pseudonym used to maintain privacy
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