When life changes suddenly, the fall can be devastating — especially for individuals living with serious mental illness and limited support. For those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, survival often takes precedence over everything else. That’s where Catholic Charities Community Services’ PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) program steps in — meeting people where they are and walking alongside them toward stability.
In Bullhead City, Ariz., experiencing homelessness is extremely dangerous. In the summer, temperatures can range between 115-120 degrees daily. But for people like Danielle, surviving out in the unrelenting heat may feel like the only option.