"Young adults working to escape homelessness should not have to choose between stable housing or pursuing their education. It’s unacceptable. At Lighthouse, we see young people forced to contend with this dilemma every day. This exception to the LIHTC rule will remove this barrier to their success and encourage young people experiencing homelessness to pursue their dreams,” said Paul Haffner, President and CEO of Lighthouse Youth & Family Services.

For young people in and from foster care, holidays can be a reminder of lost connections. This early Thanksgiving dinner for teenagers ages 14 and up in foster care, and former foster care youth ages 18 and up offers comfort and the opportunity to connect.

“When I saw what the needs were, and the challenges that people have, I realized that there was a great capacity to help in our community. I’m not playing tennis or playing bridge. I felt I needed to give back to the community.” Rhonda Sheakley

Vote now and make a difference! Lighthouse has the chance to win $20,000 to fund services for young people and families. Vote 4 ways every day: https://bit.ly/2lIo5zV #VoicesofHealth #Lighthouse50 Thank you!

Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) visited the Lighthouse Sheakley Center for Youth on Thursday, August 29, to bring attention to the Housing for Homeless Students Act, his bill with Senator Rob Portman (R-OH).

Your support made it possible for more than 100 young people over the last three months to get help when faced with being homeless.

Every night in Hamilton County, many young people have no family to eat dinner with, no bed to sleep in, or no place they feel safe. Hundreds become homeless each year. Arianna was just 17 years old when she became homeless. She was kicked out of her house as she was about to start her senior year. No young person should go through this.

“It’s an honor to be recognized for innovative inclusion as we work to serve LGBTQ young people and families,” said Paul Haffner, Lighthouse Youth & Family Services President and CEO. “This is a testament to the dedication of our employees. Each day, they unite compassion with cultural competency while supporting the safety and well-being of each young person. This is true of every service we provide, including foster care and adoption, residential treatment centers, street outreach, and emergency shelter. “

“We appreciate the United Health Foundation stepping forward to support Lighthouse in meeting the needs of our community, “ said Paul Haffner, President and CEO, Lighthouse Youth & Family Services. “Our new Integrated Access Team means more young people will get the help they need when and where they need it. We’re proud of our partnership with United Health Foundation and what we will accomplish together.”