The City of Livermore Housing and Human Services Grant program helps fund critical safety net services for low-income community members, including young people, families, unhoused people, community members with disabilities, seniors, and veterans. Housing and Human Services Grants are funded through a combination of federal community development grants and local funds. 

The HHS Grant Program awarded $928,157 for FY24-25 to the following agencies:

• Abode Services – Tenant Based Rental Assistance – $96,556
• Axis Community Health – Healthcare Enrollment Services – $14,000
• CALICO – Livermore Child Abuse Intervention Services – $10,000
• CityServe of the Tri-Valley – Case Management, Stabilization – $226,000
• CRIL – Housing and Independent Living Skills – $10,000
• Goodness Village – Support Staff/Case Management – $30,000
• Open Heart Kitchen – Livermore Meals for Seniors – $23,486
• Spectrum Community Service – Meals on Wheels – $47,567
• Tri-Valley Haven - Shelter Rebuild ($283,846-this was funded in FY 23-24 grant program, but they will be spending it in FY 24-25), Tenant Based Rental Assistance $100,702, Food Pantry $32,000 and Shelter Operations $54,000

From January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025, the above agencies delivered a range of services and commemorated the following success stories:

• 63 new individuals accessed shelter services
• 133 new individuals enrolled in healthcare services
• 91 new clients started receiving meals
• 561 new clients accessed groceries at the food pantry
• 393 new individuals accessed case management or supportive services

Success Stories

Abode:

Abode successfully closed out the fiscal year by housing six households, with two additional clients currently active in the housing search process. While these final placements extended beyond the reporting period, staff remain confident in securing units in the coming weeks.

Consistent client check-ins throughout the year helped facilitate more successful program exits. Meanwhile, strong relationships with landlords remained steady, with many continuing to partner with Abode to house program participants—reflecting the organization's trusted role in delivering stable housing outcomes.

Axis Community Health:

Axis Community Health’s fully operational Enrollment Specialist played a vital role in addressing the sharp rise in public health insurance enrollment and renewal needs among Livermore residents. In response to the federal Medicaid unwinding—following three years of uninterrupted coverage during the public health emergency—many eligible individuals faced disenrollment due to procedural errors, not ineligibility. According to the California Department of Health Care Services, 86% of Medi-Cal disenrollments were caused by issues like incomplete forms or missed deadlines. To counter this, Axis provided personalized guidance to new and returning clients, helping them understand documentation requirements and navigate complex renewal processes. Through proactive outreach—including phone calls and texts—the Enrollment Specialist alerted residents to upcoming deadlines and supported timely reenrollment, ensuring continued access to essential health care services.

CALICO:

Families continue to face significant challenges in securing affordable housing, compounded recently by rising grocery costs that further strain household budgets and threaten housing stability. These financial pressures are intensifying stress in already vulnerable situations.

In light of recent funding reductions, the organization is proactively pursuing new funding sources to maintain uninterrupted service delivery. We remain attuned to shifting community needs and are adapting our programs and support to best meet emerging demands.

CityServe:

Strategic collaboration between CityServe and Cornerstone Fellowship significantly strengthened support for Safe Parking guests. Each client was paired with a trained volunteer to provide additional guidance during weeks when professional care coordinators were unavailable, resulting in improved follow-through and continuity of care. As a result of this success, all Safe Parking participants will now engage in biweekly care coordination meetings with CityServe and receive supplemental volunteer support on alternating weeks—establishing a more robust, consistent model of engagement.

In parallel, persistent housing navigation efforts led to a breakthrough for one long-term Livermore resident who had experienced chronic homelessness for over a decade. Despite being matched through the county’s housing system multiple times, she was repeatedly denied placement due to prioritization criteria. With support from her CityServe Care Coordinator—and following years of recovery work and interim sheltering—she was successfully connected to permanent housing at Goodness Village. This outcome reflects the critical impact of individualized care coordination and unwavering advocacy in overcoming systemic barriers to housing access.

CRIL:

CRIL's ongoing staff support continues to make a meaningful difference in ensuring consumers receive the services they need. In collaboration with Alameda County's Season of Sharing program, CRIL provided rental and utility assistance to 80 residents countywide—offering critical relief to individuals and families impacted by financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in Livermore and the greater Tri-Valley region.

Additionally, CRIL delivered assistive technology services to over 200 consumers, expanding access and support for individuals with disabilities across Tri-Valley communities.

Goodness Village:

Goodness Village continued to demonstrate meaningful strides in housing stability, behavioral health support, and resident engagement. As the community transitioned out of winter, participants expressed deep appreciation for consistent behavioral health care and the warmth of a secure home environment.

The presence of 24-hour onsite support staff has fostered a strong sense of safety and belonging, particularly among residents navigating mental health and recovery challenges. Vocational training participation grew, with notable success: one neighbor marked eight months of sobriety, while he and two others sustained full-time employment since October—important milestones in self-sufficiency and reintegration.

Over time, residents have become increasingly open about their wellness journeys, with stability and trust creating space for vulnerability and growth. In response, Goodness Village has expanded partnerships with local providers—including Hively, Axis Community Health, and Bridge Clinic—ensuring timely, low-barrier access to behavioral health, recovery, and family services.

The Village also recognizes an emerging need for age-appropriate care, with several neighbors over age 65 and one currently 81. A new partnership with PACE will address this with tailored physical and medical supports.

Open Heart Kitchen:

The Senior Meal Program continues to operate steadily, serving an average of 25–35 seniors daily. Beyond nutrition, the program plays a vital role in building social connections. Many participants have formed lasting bonds with fellow diners, and this sense of community draws them back each week to share meals and companionship. The consistent engagement underscores the program’s dual impact—addressing food security while strengthening social wellbeing for Tri-Valley seniors.

Spectrum:

The program committed to serving a minimum of 160 homebound seniors over the fiscal year. We significantly exceeded this goal by reaching 271 unduplicated Livermore seniors, delivering a total of 39,985 meals.

We remain committed to saying “yes” to all eligible seniors, ensuring consistent access to nutritious meals and wellness check-ins. Our dedicated community volunteers play an essential role, engaging with clients during deliveries and raising awareness of the program throughout the community.

Through the continued generosity of local supporters, we expanded our Annual Card Campaign, distributing cards, crafts, and small gifts to enhance connection and joy for program participants. Many volunteers have cultivated meaningful relationships with the seniors they serve, strengthening the program’s relational foundation and reinforcing its value as both a service and a source of companionship.

TVH Food Pantry:

Tri-Valley Haven’s Food Pantry exceeded its annual goal by serving 3,748 Livermore residents—surpassing the target of 2,100 clients. In response to increased need, staff expanded outreach and strengthened local partnerships to secure essential food donations.

Year-end distributions during Thanksgiving and December supported community households through seasonal challenges, while ongoing implementation of the “Client Choice” model continued to promote dignity and autonomy for pantry visitors. Additionally, the Farmers Market pick-up initiative has enhanced access to fresh, locally sourced produce, further reinforcing the Pantry’s commitment to nutrition and community well-being.

TVH Sojourner House:

To date, the program has served 17 Livermore residents—exceeding the original goal of 15. A newly secured Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Livermore Housing Authority strengthens housing navigation efforts, enabling staff to directly support clients in accessing affordable units at Leahy Square apartments. This partnership enhances the program’s capacity to connect residents with stable, permanent housing solutions.

TVH TBRA Program:

The Housing Specialist has observed a notable increase in clients with severely compromised credit histories, presenting significant barriers to securing stable housing. In response, staff have expanded advocacy efforts and deepened partnerships with landlords and property management agencies to promote fair and informed consideration of TBRA participants.

Through sustained relationship-building and strategic engagement, the program is actively advancing more equitable access to permanent housing opportunities—ensuring that vulnerable clients are not excluded due to financial histories and have a viable pathway toward housing stability.