Michael's Story
"When I moved to Clare Housing it was only the beginning for me to live a healthy life."
Resident Stories
Preston & Cornell's Story
Preston and Cornell met six years ago. For the first two years of their relationship they lived apart and struggled with drug addictions. Both wanted to change their lives and made the choice to find a way to be together.
Mary's Story
Mary was in a place in her life where she needed to take a stand and put herself first. Due to a divorce that left her unable to afford her rent she was asked by the landlord to leave her apartment in Hopkins.
Jose's Story
Jose's story is the story of an HIV positive individual who successfully experienced the continuum of affordable housing and supportive services that Clare Housing provides to those in need.
Larry's Story
Larry's journey with HIV/AIDS began as the disease was being discovered. His story is a tribute to his strength and courage.
Jon's Story
Today, many persons with HIV/AIDS are living longer, healthier lives than ever before, but in the mid-1980s there was less cause for optimism. "Back in the early days, people were dying right away," Jon recalls. "Their life expectancy was maybe 3 months to a year, where now people are living a lot longer. That's why they have these homes."
Jimmy's Story
Jimmy realized he was going to die if he didn't stop using. Read how Clare Housing helped him on his journey to sobriety and improved health.
Carmen's Story
Many afternoons Carmen can be found playing her favorite games—Scrabble and cribbage—with a housemate friend. She also looks forward to having her nails done by a volunteer who comes to the home.
Kevin's Story
Kevin's story serves as a great example of the long and complex journey of living with HIV today and how Clare Housing's variety of care and housing options are critical to the well being of people living with the disease in our community.
Flash and Freddie - Resident Pets
Clare Housing understands that the love and affection given by an animal can provide wonderful comfort and support to our residents. This is why there are pets in many of our homes, like Flash and Freddie. Several residents in the apartments also enjoy the company of their own dog or cat.
