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Innovation Meets Compassion:

Silicon Valley's

Building Bold Possibilities for Our Unhoused Neighbors and Communities

Every Night, Thousands Face the Same Question:
"Where will I sleep tonight?"

The housing crisis in the Bay Area is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. With rising costs and limited housing availability, too many of our neighbors are struggling to find a safe place to call home.

As the largest interim housing provider in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, we combine innovative housing with data-driven services to create lasting solutions.

CEO, LIFEMOVES
Chair, LifeMoves

A Message from our LEADERSHIP

Santa Clara County has the 4th largest unhoused population in the U.S., yet only 23 affordable units exist for every 100 people seeking homes. At LifeMoves, we meet this crisis with solutions that blend urgency, compassion, and innovation. Last year, we provided interim housing, services, and hope to 7,459 neighbors—reaching one additional person every day. This progress moves us toward serving 10,000 annually by 2027, but our true impact shows in how we serve.

We believe in the dignity of every human being and the resilience of the human spirit. That belief shaped the design of this community, where our care teams meet clients with personalized support, recognizing that every individual has a unique story. Our approach is rooted in accessibility, with minimal barriers to support. Through high-touch service, case management, housing navigation, and specialized programming, we provide the resources necessary for lasting change.

Our commitment to evidenced-based practices drives the exits to permanent housing. We ensure more clients achieve lasting stability by continually investing in staff training, refining our service model, and expanding and enhancing our data science capabilities. Whether it’s a mother reading bedtime stories in her own apartment or a senior accessing healthcare after years without, these moments fuel our work.

But we cannot do it alone. Join us in creating a community where everyone has not just a roof overhead, but a path forward. Your partnership ensures this vision becomes a reality.

With gratitude,

Aubrey Merriman

CEO, LifeMoves

Melissa Selcher

Chair, LifeMoves Board

Providing Innovative Solutions for Our Unhoused Neighbors

Our approach combines interim housing with wraparound supportive services, including access to healthcare, behavioral health support, job training, and employment assistance, through individualized case management.

As the largest provider in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, we drive impact at scale—helping more people reach permanent housing every year.

2024 at a Glance

7,459

unique clients served across all LifeMoves programs

7,459

unique clients served across all LifeMoves programs

1,900

clients successfully transitioned to permanent housing

1,900

clients successfully transitioned to permanent housing

92%

of those housed maintained their housing after one year

→

92%

The retention rate counts clients that have remained housed for at least one year.

63%

of families served moved into permanent housing

→

63%

Families include the count of single adult couples.

Leadership

42 Years of
Leadership: Redefining
Interim Housing

Innovative Housing Solutions for Stronger Communities

While others see interim housing as temporary shelter, we've spent four decades proving it can be much more:

  • A Healthcare Hub

    Where licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) catch chronic conditions before they become crises

  • A Launchpad for Stability

    Where 63% of families exit directly to permanent homes

  • A Proof Point for Policymakers

    Where data from our 7,459 clients shapes regional strategies

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Our Breakthrough Model

Housing + Support That Works

Evidence shows housing alone isn't enough. That's why our approach combines:

PERSONALIZED PATHWAYS

Case Management tailored to each client's journey home–whether it’s:

  • Assistance with accessing Veterans Affairs benefits
  • The facilitation of reuniting with family members
  • Enabling independent living through education of chronic health conditions

Designed for Real Lives

Providing the stability of home through:

  • Private living spaces with bathrooms and kitchenettes
  • Pet accommodations to keep families together
  • Accessible units for seniors and disabled clients
  • 24/7 security that balances safety and independence

Wraparound Services Where They Live


On-site access to:

  • Medical/dental/behavioral health in many locations
  • LVN support to monitor key sites
  • Job training partnerships across the board
Proven Results in 2024:
  • 7,459 clients served (+384 over 2023)
  • 92% housing retention rate
  • 63% of families exited to permanent homes

Data Trends

& Insights in FY2024

LifeMoves is leaning into data-driven innovation and evidence-based solutions to enhance our impact. We are not only responding to homelessness—we are actively working to end it. With continued investment in our service model, strategic partnerships, and community engagement, we are well on our way to achieving our goal of serving 10,000 clients annually while providing real pathways to permanent housing and stability.

Strategic Growth with Lasting Impact

LifeMoves continues to expand its reach, serving 7,459 unique clients in FY24—an increase of 384 clients over the previous year. This growth aligns with our strategic goal of serving 10,000 clients annually by 2027. However, the need remains high: Santa Clara County alone has the fourth-largest population of unhoused individuals in the United States.

Rising Numbers of Single and Aging Adults

Two out of three LifeMoves clients in FY24 were single adults, and nearly one-quarter (24%) were aging adults (55+). National trends reflect similar challenges, with the proportion of homeless adults over 50 rising rapidly. Older adults experiencing long-term homelessness also face accelerated aging, requiring tailored care models to address their complex health and housing needs.

Responsive Capacity Building

The opening of our 260-unit Navigation Center allowed us to serve 4% more single adults while maintaining our strong commitment to family homelessness solutions through sites like Branham with our flexible family units coming in 2025.

Three Key Client Groups Require Tailored Support

LifeMoves serves nearly equal numbers of first-time homeless individuals (35%), chronically homeless individuals (35%), and those who fall in between (30%). Each group has distinct challenges, from navigating housing barriers to overcoming long-term instability. Our adaptive service model ensures that we meet each client where they are and provide the resources they need to achieve stability.

The Housing Crisis is the Root of Homelessness

For every 100 people seeking affordable housing in our region, only 23 units are available. The median monthly income for LifeMoves clients was $1,000 in FY24, while the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment was $2,900. While LifeMoves helps clients stabilize and increase income, the severe lack of affordable housing remains a systemic challenge.

Housing Placements Are Becoming More Challenging

Among single adults exiting LifeMoves programs, only 26% found permanent housing, while 39% moved to temporary housing. Family clients fared better, with 63% securing permanent housing. However, economic trends—including the expiration of COVID-era eviction moratoriums—continue to push more people into homelessness faster than new shelter beds and housing solutions can be created.

Together, we are moving lives forward in the pursuit of bold possibilities.

THE CHALLENGE

WE FACE

24

Available affordable units for every 100 families in need

$1,000

Median monthly LifeMoves client income while Bay Area rent requires $9,600

71%

Of our unhoused neighbors are sleeping outdoors each night

97%

Of Bay Area residents consider homelessness our greatest challenge

* Silicon Valley's homelessness crisis affects more than 10,000 people in our community

NAVIGATION CENTER: REIMAGINING HOUSING SOLUTIONS

Opened Q2 2023 • Redwood City / San Mateo County

The Navigation Center represents our commitment to innovation through partnership and client-centered design. Across its 240 units on 2.5 acres, every feature–from pet-friendly policies to private bathrooms–reflects what we’ve learned from clients and data.

Our Navigation Center’s Strong performance Results in 2024

89 Unhoused
Neighbors served last year
400+ Healthcare
Appointments Delivered on site
42+ Clients
Found Permanent Housing

Navigation Center: A Holistic Model for Stability

Launched in FY2024, this Northern California’s largest modular interim housing site proves what’s possible when we:

  1. Listen to clients Pet-friendly spaces and private units
  2. Follow the data Housing First model with on-site services
  3. Robust partnership network Collaborators providing access to medical, dental, legal services, and more

Core Features
  • Intensive case management services
  • Electric commercial training kitchen
  • State-of-the-art interim supportive housing
  • Outdoor community spaces
  • On-site service delivery hub
  • Pets allowed
Comprehensive Care
  • Primary medical care
  • Dental services
  • Psychiatric support
  • Substance use disorder treatment
  • Benefits assistance
  • Vocational training
  • Housing placement services

Investing in Partnerships for Greater Impact

What sets the Navigation Center apart is how we leverage partnerships to create systemic change—not just services. Our deep experience in interim housing allows us to:

  • Amplify partner impact by integrating 15+ strategic providers (healthcare, employment, housing) under one roof.
  • Pioneer replicable models, such as our on-site dental clinic, developed in partnership with the University of the Pacific’s Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry–now a blueprint for other shelters.
  • Strengthen the Ecosystem with our documented systems of shared tools and operational blueprints that raise standards.

How Data is
Shaping Changes in Our Programs

At LifeMoves, we lean into your data to continuously innovate and move forward, improving services and outcomes across our Navigation Center, LVNs, and Outreach programs. Our client data consistently guides us, allowing us to identify gaps, drive efficiencies, and enhance targeted support.

Navigation Center

Because of your support, we opened Northern California’s largest modular interim housing site, designed with direct client input and evidence-based practices. With pet-friendly spaces, private units, and integrated health, legal, and employment services, the Navigation Center sets a new standard for stability—demonstrating what’s possible when we blend innovation with compassion.

Outreach Program

Did you know that our dedicated team of 15-17+ case managers covers 2,048 square miles across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties—delivering:

  • 2058 unique clients across both counties
  • 62 permanent housing placements
  • 380 temporary housing solutions (shelter placements)

Innovation in Action

When data revealed clients moving between encampments, we pioneered individual tracking (not just locations), enabling:

  • Seamless handoffs between teams
  • Elimination of duplicate paperwork
  • 27% faster access to housing (2024 data)

Those 62 permanent placements represent extraordinary impact—equivalent to 4 housing solutions per case manager across our massive service area.

Our outreach teams continue to be effective in both counties. Through our review of data, the team noticed that clients often move from encampment to encampment.  To create a seamless continuity of service the Outreach teams reorganized to enable tracking of individuals versus encampments. The team can track individuals who move and do a warm hand-off between regional teams avoiding the challenges of re-establishing a relationship with the client, duplication of data gathering thus slowing the progress toward accessing services and housing.

LVN Program

Responding to our client health data, which revealed 42 percent suffered from chronic conditions and visit the ER at three times the rate of housed individuals, your contributions enabled us to strategically expand Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to 8 key campuses. This allowed clients greater access to regular medical checkups, proactive health management, and significantly reduced ER visits through access to innovative on-site care.

THE INNOVATION ADVANTAGE

TECHNOLOGY WITH PURPOSE

“We are not resting on our results, and we are in relentless pursuit of even more and better outcomes achievement because that’s what our clients and community deserve."

CEO MESSAGE

Watch our CEO talk about how LifeMoves is revolutionizing how we get our homeless population into stable homes

LIVES TRANSFORMED

WHERE INNOVATION MEETS
INDIVIDUAL STORIES

Every number in our data represents a life transformed. Every technology we deploy changes a personal story. Here are just a few of the 7,459 lives rebuilt this year.

OUR CLIENTS REFLECT OUR DIVERSE BAY AREA COMMUNITY

39%

Bi-racial/Multi-racial

White

25%

15%

Black/African American

10%

Hispanic/Latino

WHO WE SERVE

67%

Single Adults

32%

Family Members

24%

Aging Adults (55+)

59%

Have a Disability

FEATURED SUCCESS STORIES

  • After receiving an eviction notice while caring for a newborn and toddler, Ady and her family of seven found themselves without stable housing. Through LifeMoves' supportive housing program, she accessed vital services including childcare, therapy, and employment assistance. With dedicated case management from Marissa, Ady secured a stable career and transitioned into her own apartment through the Rapid Rehousing program, where she now builds a confident future for her family.

    - ADY

    Mother Finds Path to Independence

  • After a successful career in Silicon Valley's tech industry, Dave found himself facing homelessness due to financial setbacks. Through the Veterans Crisis Line, he connected with the San Mateo County Navigation Center, where he found a private living space and supportive community. With his case manager's guidance and active participation in local projects, Dave has transitioned to his own apartment in San Jose, embracing a fresh start with renewed stability.

    - DAVE

    Veteran Rebuilds After Tech Career Setback

  • Abandoned by both parents and struggling with trust issues, Victor found himself unhoused at 22 despite a supportive early life with his grandparents. Through LifeMoves and his dedicated case manager Elisa, he overcame his initial hesitation to accept help, obtained vital documentation, and connected with mental health services. Now at 24, Victor has stable housing, employment in Pacifica, and is building his future through vocational training.

    - VICTOR

    Trust Rebuilt, Life Renewed

  • After losing her veteran husband and their long-term hotel housing in 2022, Jill found herself navigating complex shelter systems alone. Through LifeMoves' Navigation Center, she accessed vital healthcare services and found companionship with Mercury, her emotional support cat. Now settled in her Redwood City apartment, Jill has found stability and hope for her next chapter.

    - JILL

    Veteran's Widow Finds New Home

  • After returning from military service to find his family gone, Robert spent four years without shelter. Through LifeMoves' Montgomery Street Inn, he accessed comprehensive services including medical care, therapy, and VA benefits. Despite a health setback, his case manager Sylvia helped him transition to permanent housing through the VA's supportive housing program, where he now thrives independently.

    - ROBERT

    Veteran Finds Path Home

  • After losing his mother, Sergio found himself living in a car with his wife and two daughters, struggling with unemployment and financial instability. Through LifeMoves' First Steps for Families program, he accessed comprehensive support including financial planning, credit repair, and employment assistance. With dedicated case management, Sergio's family has now secured a home in East Palo Alto, where his daughters are thriving in school and he has found meaningful work helping others in the community.

    - SERGIO

    Family Finds New Beginning Through Community Support

  • After receiving an eviction notice while caring for a newborn and toddler, Ady and her family of seven found themselves without stable housing. Through LifeMoves' supportive housing program, she accessed vital services including childcare, therapy, and employment assistance. With dedicated case management from Marissa, Ady secured a stable career and transitioned into her own apartment through the Rapid Rehousing program, where she now builds a confident future for her family.

    - ADY

    Mother Finds Path to Independence

  • After a successful career in Silicon Valley's tech industry, Dave found himself facing homelessness due to financial setbacks. Through the Veterans Crisis Line, he connected with the San Mateo County Navigation Center, where he found a private living space and supportive community. With his case manager's guidance and active participation in local projects, Dave has transitioned to his own apartment in San Jose, embracing a fresh start with renewed stability.

    - DAVE

    Veteran Rebuilds After Tech Career Setback

  • Abandoned by both parents and struggling with trust issues, Victor found himself unhoused at 22 despite a supportive early life with his grandparents. Through LifeMoves and his dedicated case manager Elisa, he overcame his initial hesitation to accept help, obtained vital documentation, and connected with mental health services. Now at 24, Victor has stable housing, employment in Pacifica, and is building his future through vocational training.

    - VICTOR

    Trust Rebuilt, Life Renewed

  • After losing her veteran husband and their long-term hotel housing in 2022, Jill found herself navigating complex shelter systems alone. Through LifeMoves' Navigation Center, she accessed vital healthcare services and found companionship with Mercury, her emotional support cat. Now settled in her Redwood City apartment, Jill has found stability and hope for her next chapter.

    - JILL

    Veteran's Widow Finds New Home

  • After returning from military service to find his family gone, Robert spent four years without shelter. Through LifeMoves' Montgomery Street Inn, he accessed comprehensive services including medical care, therapy, and VA benefits. Despite a health setback, his case manager Sylvia helped him transition to permanent housing through the VA's supportive housing program, where he now thrives independently.

    - ROBERT

    Veteran Finds Path Home

  • After losing his mother, Sergio found himself living in a car with his wife and two daughters, struggling with unemployment and financial instability. Through LifeMoves' First Steps for Families program, he accessed comprehensive support including financial planning, credit repair, and employment assistance. With dedicated case management, Sergio's family has now secured a home in East Palo Alto, where his daughters are thriving in school and he has found meaningful work helping others in the community.

    - SERGIO

    Family Finds New Beginning Through Community Support

REAL VOICES, REAL IMPACT,
IN MOTION.
TRANSFORMING TESTIMONIALS
INTO INSPIRATION.
HEAR THEIR SUCCESS, SEE
THEIR JOURNEY.

“I walked into a homeless shelter scared to death, now I have my dream job.”

- Steven

“LifeMoves has definitely made a big impact in my life. LifeMoves has given me a better vision of success, or at least the hand up instead of a handout that most people are used to.”

- Juan

“LifeMoves provides a safe space for people to reposition because it's hard to look for a job if you're homeless if you don't know where your next meal is going to be.”

- Dave M.

“You have everything here you could need to start over”

- Jane

“When I arrived at LifeMoves, the privacy was something that was amazing that I hadn’t felt in a long time. I had a team of people that cared about me.”

- Michael M.

“Life is good for me today. And I appreciate this place for putting a roof over my head, giving me a place to eat, shower,and wash my clothes. This place gave me a lot of support.”

- David
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2024 IN PICTURES

One Platform Transforming Lives

FINANCIAL

Credit Repair Programs

Credit Repair Programs

  • Connection to safety net benefits
  • Enrollment in job training
  • Employment Specialist staff for A-to-Z support for job applications and connecting to employers

PHYSICAL HEALTH

Enrollment in MediCal, MedicAid

Enrollment in MediCal, MedicAid

  • 3 meals per day
  • Referrals to outside health providers
  • Transportation to appointments
  • Medication adherence support

HOUSING

Document sourcing, housing applications, connection to landlords

Document sourcing, housing applications, connection to landlords

  • Housing Specialist staff for additional support
  • Workshops on life skills, living in community

Mental Health

Individual, group, and drop-in therapy

Individual, group, and drop-in therapy

  • 1:1 case management

LEGAL

Support for undocumented clients in navigating available resources

Support for undocumented clients in navigating available resources

  • Sourcing key documents (birth certifications, ID, SSN)
  • Obtaining or paying child support
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Financial Stewardship & ROI

Our donors & Industry Recognition

Innovation Driven Management

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Ceo

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CFO

Board of Directors

  • Patrick Heron
    Patrick Heron

    Vice Chair LifeMoves Board

  • Melissa Selcher
    Melissa Selcher

    Chair LifeMoves Board

  • Greg Eckert
    Greg Eckert

    Treasurer

  • Patrick Heron
    Patrick Heron

    Vice Chair LifeMoves Board

  • Melissa Selcher
    Melissa Selcher

    Chair LifeMoves Board

  • Greg Eckert
    Greg Eckert

    Treasurer

Our Board of Directors (2023-2024)

  • Pamela Weiss

    Secretary, LifeMoves Board Philanthropist, Writer, Community Activist

  • Pastor Paul Bains

    President and Co-Founder, WeHOPE

  • Christina Corpus

    Sheriff, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office

  • Ahmed Khatib

    Senior Vice President, Private Wealth Advisor

  • Danielle Fontaine

    Assistant Controller ServiceNow, Inc.

  • Laura Green

    Supervisory Nurse at El Camino Health

  • Carrie Owen Plietz

    Regional President, Northern California Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals

  • Ajwang Rading

    Entrepreneur-Investor, Lawyer, and Policy Advisor

  • May Topper

    Marketing Consultant, Former VP of Marketing, Oral-B

  • Lori Castillo Martinez

    EVP, Talent Growth and Development, SalesForce

  • Lauren Koenig

    Philanthropist, Mentor and Volunteer

  • Scott Goree

    SVP Partners, Alliances & Ecosystems, Optiv

In the News

Paul Simpson, LifeMoves CFO - “We believe we’re on the right track in finding ways to crack the cycle of homelessness rather than just a temporary reprieve.”

Nytimes

Homeless Shelters Prioritize Privacy

Nbc bay area

Tiny Home Villages Address the Homeless Crisis

Architectural record

Rapid Response to Homelessness

Thanks to our generous donors,1,900
of our unhoused found permanent
housing last year

WHERE HOPE MEETS HOME IN FY2025

Homekey Palo Alto Interim Housing Community
  • State-of-the-art interim housing community offering 108 doors with 88 total units (64 singles, 24 family)
  • Projected to serve over 200 individuals annually through on-site supportive services
  • Comprehensive amenities including ensuite bathrooms, laundry, kitchen facilities, and children’s play areas
  • Full-service support including counseling, vocational training, and pathways to stable housing
  • Funded by a $26 million award from the State of California as part of Project Homekey and Santa Clara County’s Community Plan To End Homelessness
Homekey Branham Lane Interim Housing Community
  • State-of-the-art community offering 204 rooms with ensuite amenities for individuals and couples
  • Projected to serve 612 individuals annually through comprehensive support programs
  • Multi-story modular campus featuring private kitchenettes, laundry, community spaces, and a dog park
  • Funded by $51M state award to address San José’s 6,700+ experiencing homelessness
  • Part of Santa Clara County’s collaborative plan integrating healthcare, business, and community
Eleven-Eleven Veterans Program
  • Purpose-driven veteran housing featuring
    39 fully furnished private units with
    kitchenettes
  • Strategically located near Menlo Park
    VA Medical Campus for healthcare access
  • Complete living spaces offering queen
    beds, private bathrooms, and workspaces
  • Program accommodates couples, unique within the Veteran interim housing space
  • Projected to achieve positive housing
    transitions within 6-month support period
  • Secured $11.2M in VA funding to sustain
    operations and services
Homekey Palo Alto Interim Housing Community
  • State-of-the-art interim housing community offering 108 doors with 88 total units (64 singles, 24 family)
  • Projected to serve over 200 individuals annually through on-site supportive services
  • Comprehensive amenities including ensuite bathrooms, laundry, kitchen facilities, and children’s play areas
  • Full-service support including counseling, vocational training, and pathways to stable housing
  • Funded by a $26 million award from the State of California as part of Project Homekey and Santa Clara County’s Community Plan To End Homelessness
Homekey Branham Lane Interim Housing Community
  • State-of-the-art community offering 204 rooms with ensuite amenities for individuals and couples
  • Projected to serve 612 individuals annually through comprehensive support programs
  • Multi-story modular campus featuring private kitchenettes, laundry, community spaces, and a dog park
  • Funded by $51M state award to address San José’s 6,700+ experiencing homelessness
  • Part of Santa Clara County’s collaborative plan integrating healthcare, business, and community
Eleven-Eleven Veterans Program
  • Purpose-driven veteran housing featuring
    39 fully furnished private units with
    kitchenettes
  • Strategically located near Menlo Park
    VA Medical Campus for healthcare access
  • Complete living spaces offering queen
    beds, private bathrooms, and workspaces
  • Program accommodates couples, unique within the Veteran interim housing space
  • Projected to achieve positive housing
    transitions within 6-month support period
  • Secured $11.2M in VA funding to sustain
    operations and services
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Thank you for your involvement.

Your support has helped our clients on their journey to self-sufficiency. & you can now pave the way for more people to find permanent housing. Your gift ensures that we can continue to provide housing and supportive services to thousands of unhoused children and adults. Donate using the form on the right or contact donor.care@lifemoves.org to make a gift of stock, property, or DAF grant.

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