Business Description:
Home Again L.A. is a non-profit homeless service agency that aims to assist unsheltered households to attain permanent housing. The agency has five core programs 1) Emergency Shelter, 2) Rapid Rehousing, 3) Transitional Housing, 4) Educational Workshops, and 5) Rent Relief. Our goal is to provide a hand up to those experiencing or on the verge of homelessness.
How Business Creates Value:
Home Again LA's Mission
To assist families experiencing homelessness gain independence by transitioning
into permanent housing and employment with the support of our community.
Home Again LA's Vision
Our vision is to be leading community organization committed to building a brighter future by ending homelessness, one family at a time.
Home Again LA's Values
Dignity - Treat each family with honor and appreciation.
Compassion - Demonstrate understanding, care and concern.
Respect - Acknowledge the feelings, wishes, rights, and traditions of all families.
Empowerment - Promote self-sufficiency and confidence.
Hope - Face the future with optimism and give each family a sense of hope...
How Member Creates Value:
In 2021-2022 our non-profit assisted 643 households through our various programs.
Of the 643 families, 214 unsheltered families were placed into permanent housing.
Of the 643 families, 429 families were provided the resources to maintain their housing albeit they were near eviction.
Recognition
Home Again Los Angeles
2016 Non-Profit of the Year; 5th Senate District
2021 - Community Service Award; by the Kiwanis Club
2022 - Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency
Albert Hernandez, CEO
2010 - Latino Businessman of the Year; 49th Assembly District
2017 - Top 30 in 30 Visionary Honoree; by the LA Chamber of Commerce
2018 - Citizen of the Year; by the Burbank Board of Realtors
2019 - Purple Heart Honoree; by the Glendale & Pasadena YWCA
2023 - Leadership Award; by the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles