Orange County District 4 Supervisor Doug Chaffee and Friendly Center Collaborate to Implement Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

ORANGE, CA, (February 1, 2024) – In a major move to combat homelessness, Supervisor Doug Chaffee of Orange County’s Fourth District, together with Friendly Center President/CEO, Dr. Kenia Cueto, has today unveiled the transformative Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). This collaborative venture is a preventative measure to stop the cycle of homelessness and provide crucial relief to families on the brink of losing their housing, offering up to three months of rental support along with a comprehensive case management plan through the expert guidance of Friendly Center.

Recognized for their exemplary service, Friendly Center was handpicked to spearhead ERAP, highlighting their two decades of dedication in pairing rental assistance with critical case management across Orange County. The program’s progress will be meticulously monitored, with participant check-ins at three, six, and twelve months, ensuring impactful, lasting benefits.

“Today’s partnership inauguration with Supervisor Chaffee’s Office, bolstered by a significant $500,000 investment, represents a monumental leap forward in our communal efforts,” proclaimed Dr. Kenia Cueto. As Friendly Center commemorates its 100-year legacy, its enduring mission to instill stability, opportunity, and hope into the lives of impoverished families is poised to transform countless futures. For details on ERAP or to apply, please explore www.friendlycenter.org/ERAP.

Friendly Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has been a beacon of support for low-income families and individuals in Orange County through its Community Resource Centers in Buena Park and Orange. Offering a comprehensive array of services in stability and skill-building, Friendly Center was founded 100 years ago with the mission of improving the lives of the impoverished by helping them move toward self-sufficiency. The organization’s impactful work is made possible through the generous support of its community. To learn more, please visit friendlycenter.org.

For media inquiries or more information, please contact:

Mariah Martinez

PR & Marketing Manager mariah@friendlycenter.org

714-771-5300 x114

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