Father Rebuilds Life After Crisis with Help from Albuquerque Community Safety
Albuquerque, NM – A father in his 50’s regained stability after a series of overwhelming challenges, thanks to support from Albuquerque Community Safety’s (ACS) Community-Oriented Response & Assistance (CORA) team. Following the death of his girlfriend and losing his job, the man and his three young daughters were on the brink of eviction. CORA intervened with crucial support and resources to help the family regain stability.
The man’s life had been upended when his girlfriend tragically died, and he lost his job and car shortly after being incarcerated. Upon release, he found himself as the single father of three young daughters. The man was facing eviction due to six months of unpaid rent, and the father was overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward.
The man’s counselor provided him with a CORA card, who once he reached out to them, stepped in to help with immediate needs. CORA’s intervention was pivotal. CORA helped secure two months of rent payments and coordinated with local organizations like First Nations and Catholic Charities to for additional financial support. They also worked closely with his landlord, who had a positive history with CORA, to stop the eviction process. The landlord, familiar with CORA’s success in helping tenants stabilize, was willing to work with the family, allowing them to stay in their home.
CORA also helped the father secure a job at Walmart and ensured his children were able to return to school. Though CORA’s direct case management has concluded, the team continues to check in on the family.
“CORA is not just about addressing immediate needs; it’s about empowering people to get back on their feet and build a sustainable future,” said CORA Responder, Amanda Ellis. “This father was facing multiple barriers, but with the right resources, partnerships, and consistent support, we were able to make a difference. We’re committed to continuing to support him as he rebuilds his life and stabilizes his family.”
ACS’s CORA Responders are dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by tragedy and violence. They provide a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to those who have been impacted by events such as: homicides, gun violence, suicides, death, domestic violence, and sexual assault. They focus on helping victims, families, and entire communities by offering immediate emotional support, education on grief and healing processes, and ongoing support.
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About Albuquerque Community Safety: ACS is the City of Albuquerque’s third branch of public safety. Responders take calls for service involving behavioral health, substance use, and other non-criminal and non-medical issues. Request an ACS Responder by calling 911 for emergencies and 311 for non-emergencies.