On June 11, 2026, CHOC Community Impact's Vice President of Community Impact, Terri Smyth Canillo, MSW, authored a guest column in the Coachella Valley Independent making a compelling case for investing in on-site resident services beyond the minimum compliance threshold. Terri illustrates how deeper staffing commitments lead to measurably better outcomes for residents, communities, and property owners alike.
Read MoreOn May 7, 2026, CHOC Community Impact was proud to be featured across two television news outlets in honor of Big Day of Giving — a testament to the vital work happening every day in the Tri-County region. That morning, CHOC's Director of Resident Services, Juan Pulido, represented CHOC on Univision 19 KUVS Sacramento. Juan spoke to the heart of what Big Day of Giving means for the people CHOC serves: families working hard to stay housed, children showing up to after-school programs every afternoon, and seniors who deserve dignity and connection right where they live.
Read MoreAs we wind down the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on CHOC’s most noteworthy accomplishments and milestones. It’s been a year filled with connection and celebration, both large and small…
Read MoreAt first glance, Howe Gardens will look like any other multifamily community in Sacramento. Families will wave to one another, and kids will come home after a full day at school. Behind every door, a story of stability will be in motion for residents. The plan for the 176 apartments at Howe Gardens includes 32 Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) apartments, where CHOC Community Impact will be in partnership with Sacramento’s Sutter Capital Group. Created through private investment and local county support, the PSH apartments at Howe Gardens will offer flexibility to serve the formerly houseless, while the remaining 142 apartments will be designated for working families…
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