This episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast is a powerful conversation about the ongoing efforts to address homelessness in Los Angeles. Joining host Frank Motech and CEO Mark Hood of the Union Rescue Mission are two special guests, Jan Perry, former LA City Council member and executive director of Shelter Partnership, and Brandy McFarland, director of Emergency Services at the Union Rescue Mission.

The conversation delves into the complexities of homelessness, with a focus on the importance of partnerships and community outreach. Jan Perry shares her insights on the evolution of downtown Los Angeles, from the Renaissance era to the current challenges, and highlights the need for permanent supportive housing. Brandy McFarland discusses the Union Rescue Mission's approach to providing comprehensive services, including emergency shelter, job training, and counseling, and explains why their program has a higher success rate compared to other organizations.

The episode also touches on the importance of workforce development and job placement, with Jan Perry offering advice on how to create a pipeline of living wage jobs for those transitioning out of homelessness. Mark Hood shares the Union Rescue Mission's efforts to provide trade certifications and GEDs, and the success of their culinary arts program.

If you're interested in learning more about the innovative solutions being implemented to address homelessness in Los Angeles, tune in to this episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast. Listen as Frank Motech, Mark Hood, Jan Perry, and Brandy McFarland discuss the challenges and opportunities in this critical area of community service.

This episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast is a powerful conversation about the ongoing efforts to address homelessness in Los Angeles. Joining host Frank Motech and CEO Mark Hood of the Union Rescue Mission are two special guests, Jan Perry, former LA City Council member and executive director of Shelter Partnership, and Brandy McFarland, director of Emergency Services at the Union Rescue Mission.
The conversation delves into the complexities of homelessness, with a focus on the importance of partnerships and community outreach. Jan Perry shares her insights on the evolution of downtown Los Angeles, from the Renaissance era to the current challenges, and highlights the need for permanent supportive housing. Brandy McFarland discusses the Union Rescue Mission's approach to providing comprehensive services, including emergency shelter, job training, and counseling, and explains why their program has a higher success rate compared to other organizations.
The episode also touches on the importance of workforce development and job placement, with Jan Perry offering advice on how to create a pipeline of living wage jobs for those transitioning out of homelessness. Mark Hood shares the Union Rescue Mission's efforts to provide trade certifications and GEDs, and the success of their culinary arts program.
If you're interested in learning more about the innovative solutions being implemented to address homelessness in Los Angeles, tune in to this episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast. Listen as Frank Motech, Mark Hood, Jan Perry, and Brandy McFarland discuss the challenges and opportunities in this critical area of community service.

Just Help 1 – LA’s #1 podcast on homelessness and hope.

Featuring Mark Hood, CEO of Union Rescue Mission, and hosted by Frank Mottek, this show delivers real solutions, inspirational stories, and powerful conversations that uplift and transform lives.

💛 Because helping just one can change everything.

Just Help 1&nbsp;&ndash; LA&rsquo;s #1 podcast on homelessness and hope. Featuring Mark Hood, CEO of <a href="https://urm.org/">Union Rescue Mission</a>, and hosted by Frank Mottek, this show delivers real solutions, inspirational stories, and powerful conversations that uplift and transform lives. 💛&nbsp;Because helping just one can change everything.

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