Erika Wilson's Page

Homelessness is an epidemic crisis here in the Atlanta community with a population of approximately 5,376,285 residents and one third are insolvent. Not surprisingly, homeless and at-risk individuals, and families is a major concern for our community. I am writing to express our support and interest in the Homelessness Prevention & Rapid Re-housing (HPRP) Program: providing assistance to households who would otherwise become homeless and provide assistance to rapidly re-house persons who are homeless as defined by Federal law and HUD guidelines. We are located in Fulton County, GA district 5.
Unlike other programs, the concept of the HPRP project is extremely innovative and involves getting the community involved not just in attending workshops but in assisting them to make healthier choices in real life situations. The collaboration of organization such as the local bank, law firms, health clinics, schools, realtors and other resources provides a ‘hands-on’ approach that encourages the community to be responsible for their financials and the well being of their children. The evaluation component collects the information needed to demonstrate to the service providers, participants and others that all their hard work is paying off.
First Light Vision, Inc. would like to extend an invitation to collaborate with us in stabilizing the destitute person(s) in Georgia. We can benefit our community.
Sincerely,

Cynthia Ellison,
Executive Director