Impact and Programs
Accomplishments
Solid Ground served a total of 358 children, women and men (102 families) in 2018. Of those, 107 adults and 190 children in 82 families resided in Solid Ground housing. Ninety-six percent (96%) of those families achieved housing stability in our programs. Sixty-five percent (65%) of 23 families exiting Solid Ground housing in 2018 secured permanent housing immediately upon exit, and another 17% (82% total). secured housing soon after exit with the help of Solid Ground's housing specialist. Forty-eight (48%) of households were employed at year-end or program exit, and 52% of families increased their income from program entry to exit. Ninety-nine (99%) of school-age children regularly attended school.
Current Goals
Solid Ground measures its impact across six outcome areas, including Housing Stability; Economic Stability; Educational Advancement; Improved Health; Strengthened Families; and Community Connections. Specific outcome goals include: 90% of families in Solid Ground housing achieve housing stability. 80% of families exiting Solid Ground housing secure permanent housing upon exit. 50% of households have a job at year-end or program exit. 50% of households increase their income at program exit. 90% of school-age children have regular school attendance. 65% of adults who are enrolled in an education or job training program complete or actively make progress in that program. 70% of adults who abuse substances will work toward sobriety. 60% of adults with a diagnosed mental illness are receiving treatment. 80% of families achieve at least one parenting goal. 80% of families achieve at least one budgeting goal. 80% of families in housing for at least one year complete tenant training. 85% of participants access resources and/or are involved in their community.
Community or Constituency Served
Families with children who are experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness.
Geographic Area Served
Ramsey and Washington Counties, MN
