News

Announcements, articles, and other related information about Clare Housing.

HUD Awards Clare Housing $2.5 Million to Launch Clare Digs  — 

We’re very excited to share the news that Clare Housing has been awarded $2.5 million dollars from HUD through their Housing Interventions (HINT) to End the HIV Epidemic program, a part of the Housing Opportunities…

Minnesota HIV Stats for 2023 Show Increasing Health Disparities  — 

Recently released data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirms an unfortunate reality: the HIV/AIDS epidemic is not over, and the disparities are growing. With 324 newly diagnosed HIV infections in Minnesota in 2023…

Opening New Doors: Scattered Site Expands  — 

When Clare Housing was founded in 1987 to serve people living with HIV, the needs of our residents were all very similar: a safe space to receive care while in the final stages of what…

Hotels to Housing  — 

This fall Clare Housing has started helping people living with HIV and experiencing homelessness transition off the streets quickly thanks to funding from Hennepin County and the hard work of Clare Housing’s Intake Coordinator Amber…

The True Cost of Homelessness  — 

The true cost of homelessness is not a simple number. Homelessness takes a toll on the individuals experiencing it and our collective society physically, morally, spiritually, and financially. The greatest cost for those experiencing homelessness…

Join us for A Place to Call Home September 20 at the Fillmore  — 

Join us for lunch and an inspirational program! Our annual fundraising luncheon is an amazing opportunity to gather with folks who believe that housing is a human right! Come and hear from residents how Clare…

Samuel Granum promoted to Healthcare Liaison  — 

Samuel Granum (he/him) has been with Clare Housing for over a decade, and has recently accepted a new position as Healthcare Liaison for Bloom Lake Flats. Let’s learn a little more about him! Can you…

Mick Bauer Joins Clare Housing as Newest Registered Nurse  — 

Mick Bauer (he/him) brings a wealth of knowledge in acute care and community nursing to Clare Housing. His passion for housing, his warmth and engaging nature are sure to make him an excellent addition to…

Sonjia Baker now a Healthcare Liaison  — 

Sonjia Baker (she/her) joined Clare Housing Midtown as a Resident Assistant in 2022, and now has been promoted to Healthcare Liaison. Her hiring manager, McCormick Gustafson said, “Sonjia has been an excellent addition to our…

Gael Palen becomes Housing Case Manager  — 

Having been a friendly and welcoming face serving residents at the front desk of Clare Apartments NE for a few years, Gael Palen (they/them) has taken on new duties as a Housing Case Manager for…

Robert Perdriau Advances from Lead Caregiver to Care Homes Staff Manager  — 

Robert Perdriau (he/him/they/them) joined Clare Housing at the height of the pandemic. Their former supervisor (and current HR specialist), Angela North said, “he was quickly promoted to Lead Caregiver at Damiano because his skills were…

Brad Bryan new Supportive Services Manager at Marshall Flats  — 

Marshall Flats has a new Supportive Services Manager! As Randall Parker transitioned to working with residents at Bloom Lake Flats, Brad Bryan (all pronouns) joined the Clare Housing team as our newest SSM!  They bring…

Alma Boric returns to Clare Housing as a Registered Nurse  — 

Clare Housing is having the best luck, lately.  Why? Because several of our newest team members are former staff we’re welcoming back!  Alma Boric (she/her) was a caregiver for the better part of a decade…

Emily Guyot Returns to Clare Housing as Health Care Liaison  — 

Emily Guyot (she/her) has accepted a newly created position as one of two Healthcare Liaisons, rejoining the Clare Housing team after time away.  Her dedication to the organization is incredible! Guyot says, Making the choice…

Jenny Mahoney promoted to Nurse Manager  — 

Clare Housing has been lucky to have Jenny Mahoney (she/her) with us since 2017. After 5 years of providing excellent nursing care, Jenny is now the Nursing Manager! Here’s a little more about Jenny: Tell…