Success Stories - DIMH case manager works out improvedhousing for Lizzie, a senior citizen, with a plan for saving money

Lizzie is one of the increasing number of senior citizens experiencing homelessness. She was living wherever possible—a tent, a bench, literally “on the street-“ and was unable to find affordable housing on her limited income from Social Security. She gained access to housing in a place with mold and peeling paint. Her DIMH case manager was successful in negotiating with her landlord to make improvements in her place of residence. She is now more stable and has a plan for managing and saving her money.

Success Stories - John acquired full time employment, and now custody of his ten-year-old son

John was hospitalized for a time due to his mental illness. He has achieved personal stability that includes full-time employment at the Amazon distribution center, housing, and full custody of his ten-year-old son. His son is excelling in school and appreciates his father’s attention, as he needs to be challenged.

Success Stories - After Illness, disability, flight from Nazi Germany,Mr. and Mrs. Jones on a move to a new apartment

Mr. and Mrs. Jones have been together for 27 years. During the past three years, they have lived in their car due to the collapse of their financial lives that followed illness and disability. Mrs. Jones was smuggled out of Nazi Germany as a girl after seeing her father shot by Nazis. They have both acquired Social Security disability income at this late stage of their lives and will soon move to a new apartment.