A few words about
What We Do
Our Services
Low-income/Affordable Housing
Remarkable Breakthrough, Inc. offers low-income housing and has a priority to understand the needs of each Veteran so we can provide proper help. Research suggests that there is a shortage of facilities that provide low-income housing and cater to the needs of homeless Veterans. Homelessness has wreaked havoc throughout the Veteran community and increased over the years.
- United States: According to the Annual Homeless Assessment Report to Congress in January 2020 homelessness in the United States was 580,466 people on a single night with Homeless Veterans accounting for a large proportion of the total number.
- California: According to the 2020 Annual Homeless Assessment Report to Congress 2020, California had the largest number of Homeless individuals of any state in the country with an estimated 161,548 people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January 2020.
- California: According to the 2020 Annual Homeless Assessment Report to Congress, California had the highest number of homeless veterans of any state in the country with 11,401 people, and the highest rate of unsheltered Veterans with 7,996 people. Homeless Veterans in California make up 31% of the national homeless veteran population.
Educational Resources
Remarkable Breakthrough, Inc. will offer educational programs that focus on subjects that allow Veterans to succeed in society. Connecting with other non-profits will allow our organization to help in areas such as mental health, substance abuse, and job placement. We remain flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of veterans, regularly assessing our programs and services.
- Job Skills: Providing the training and support necessary for Veterans to find and maintain employment. The program will help develop the skills needed to succeed in the workforce, so they can achieve financial stability and independence. The program includes resume writing, job searching, interviewing skills, etc.
- Life Skills: Helping Veterans who are experiencing homelessness acquire the skills and resources they need to regain their independence and achieve stability. The program will include a variety of services, such as Life Planning, Basic Technology, Writing Skills, etc.
- Financial Literacy: Designed to help Veterans understand how to manage their money. By providing Veterans with the tools, they need to manage their money effectively, this program will help them avoid financial struggles and achieve long-term success.
Rehabilitation
Remarkable Breakthrough, Inc. will serve all Veterans who are homeless or near homeless, but research indicates that the main causes of homelessness amongst Veterans are due to substance abuse and mental health. In order to provide the best support within the Veteran community there are three main focuses that are the priority.
- Homeless Veterans with Disabilities: Approximately 51% of homeless Veterans have disabilities that range from traumatic brain injuries, seizure disorders, and cognitive disorders. Having these disabilities can create unique challenges that make it difficult to access resources and services.
- Homeless Veterans with mental illness: Approximately 50% of homeless Veterans suffer from a mental illness the most common being Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD). Veterans with mental illnesses are a vulnerable population that requires specific support and resources to address their needs.
- Homeless Veterans with substance abuse: Approximately 70% of homeless Veterans become addicted to drugs and/or alcohol. Substance abuse can lead to financial problems, legal issues, and social isolation, as well as exacerbate other health problems.