Diversion Pilot Project
Imagine becoming homeless—a moment of extreme vulnerability. This is exactly where diversion becomes a critical intervention.
Diversion is a proactive, compassionate approach that helps individuals and families avoid entering the homeless system altogether. We work directly with people in that critical moment of housing crisis to find immediate, creative solutions that keep them safely housed.
In October 2023, The Lord's Place launched an ambitious Street Outreach and Engagement Program homeless shelter diversion pilot project. This multi-year initiative, supported by the Pulte Family Foundation, Fledgling Fund, and Impact the Palm Beaches, includes a comprehensive research study led by the University of Notre Dame. The project aims to provide financial assistance and case management services for 200 individuals experiencing housing instability.
Our approach recognizes that homelessness is often the result of a single, solvable crisis. By providing timely, targeted intervention, we can prevent the cascade of challenges that typically follow housing loss.
In just the first eight months of our program, we've achieved remarkable results, successfully diverting 87.5% of clients from experiencing homelessness. This means nearly nine out of ten individuals or families we've worked with have maintained their housing stability—avoiding the traumatic experience of losing their homes and the complex challenges of entering the homeless service system.
This program represents more than just a statistic. It's about preserving dignity, maintaining community connections, and giving families and individuals the support they need to stay stable and secure.
We're grateful for the support you have given us in launching this transformative initiative. Together, we're not just responding to homelessness - we're preventing it.
Individuals Served
97
Experiencing Homelessness for the First Time
59%
Between November 1, 2023 and June 20, 2024