There was a time when Simone wasn't sure where she would sleep each night.

While experiencing chronic homelessness and navigating a severe domestic violence relationship, safety and stability felt out of reach. Day-to-day survival left little room to think about the future.

When Simone connected with Cocoon House, she was facing challenges that no young person should have to face alone.

With support from Cocoon House and domestic violence services, Simone was connected to emergency shelter and began experiencing something she hadn't felt in a long time: safety.

As trust grew and stability began to take root, Simone transitioned from emergency shelter into more stable housing and eventually secured permanent housing.

Simone, who identifies as a disabled young person of color, shared that her time at Cocoon House marked the first time they had truly felt safe in years.

Today, her story is a reminder that housing is more than a roof overhead. It's a foundation for healing. It's a chance to rebuild. It's an opportunity to imagine a future beyond crisis.

Every day, young people come to Cocoon House facing challenges similar to Simone's. They need safe places to stay, supportive adults to walk alongside them, and access to services that help them move toward stability and independence.

As we approach the end of our fiscal year on June 30, your support helps ensure that young people experiencing homelessness have somewhere to turn when they need it most.