Congratulations to Kristina and her 2 kids for getting into their own apartment this past week. They have been homeless since June, staying with friends, not paying rent. She tried staying at the Motel 6 but couldn’t afford it anymore. Here’s their story in her own words:

“In March of this year, the company I worked for was down to just two employees, myself and the owner. I had already taken a cut in hours and unfortunately, my boss could no longer afford to pay me. After 5 years at a much loved job, I found myself unemployed. As I searched for new full time employment I became late on my April rent. The property management where I was living with my children since January 2014 would not accept any partial payments towards my monthly rent, plus late fees and by the time I saved up the total for April, May became due. I did find new employment in May and I tried speaking with my landlord/property manager with regards to my situation, but they were firm that rent was due on the 1st, period. In order to avoid an eviction being filed against me I agreed to move out in June I paid all back rent and was on time with my June rent. I look forward to setting up house and having our own space again.

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This family brings the total number of people we’ve helped escape homelessness to 122.