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8/9/23, 4:42 PM Goodness Village <br />https://www.zoomgrants.com/rapp2.asp?rfpid=3776&propid=383180 2/6 <br />9252371108 Kim@gvlivermore.org <br />4. Describe the project/program funded with this grant, the current status of the project/program, and any <br />significant actions taken during the reporting period. <br />Report 1 <br />From July-December 31st, 2022, 29 individuals who were formerly unsheltered have been residing in supportive housing. <br />We originally expected to provide services to only 28 however an individual passed away away from cardiac arrest in <br />November and another passed away in his sleep in late December. 7 of our GV neighbors are originally from Pleasanton, <br />they are between the ages of 29-71 years old and were unsheltered from 18 months to over 10 years. <br />Report 2 <br />During this grant cycle Goodness Village has provided supportive housing to 8 individuals who met the criteria of <br />chronically homeless in Pleasanton.Since moving to the village none have been psychiatrically hospitalized or arrested. All <br />have found connection to their neighbors and the staff at the village. They report feeling safe and cared about. Mental <br />health symptoms have reduced and/or stabilized. The staff and neighbors have identified the triggers and effective de- <br />escalation tactics for each individual. Individuals are engaged in recovery work and self-esteem is being rebuilt. All are <br />engaged in our onsite vocational program. Hygiene and health has improved overall with in the village. <br />5. Describe any challenges or delays encountered with the project/program, as well as any changes to your <br />program/project design, operations, and/or staffing. <br />Report 1 <br />There was a short time period where two homes were vacant as we prepared the homes for new admissions to the <br />program. We also had our volunteer recovery coach leave the program in late August and were unable to find another <br />volunteer. I was able to secure a grant for a part-time recovery coach in the fall and she started this January. During the <br />provider gap we did experience a number of relapses at the village. <br />We are also still waiting for the promised funds from both Congressman Swalwell's office for services and from Senator <br />Glazer's office for capital building. Both contributions will improve the functionality of our program and ability to provide <br />services. <br />Report 2 <br />We have been evaluating and streamlining our 24 hour supportive services and looking for ways to lean more on volunteers <br />to reduce our budget. Our volunteer coordinator is working diligently on volunteer recruitment, engagement and building a <br />reliable team. A challenge has been maintaining our volunteer nurses "Wellness Team" which are often retirees who have <br />increased their travel since covid restrictions have let up. <br />6. Describe any trends or emerging needs you are observing in your program/project, as well as new <br />opportunities your organization is pursuing. <br />Report 1 <br />We have noticed we will have an aging in place problem with the size and accessibility of the homes. We have started our <br />own in-house ADA waitlist as our current neighbors are reporting knees and back pains that will impact their abilities over <br />time to use the steps to enter their homes. Phase 2 will have this in mind as we plan construction. We also need to add an <br />Activities Director to encourage community building.