Hope & Healing In The Face Of A Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant effect on labor market metrics for every state, economic sector, and major demographic group in the United States.

---

Family of 5 Finds Safety In The Quest Westside Legacy Program

---

​Tori H. and Bernard M., parents of three children under the age of 5, entered the Quest Westside Legacy Program in August of 2018 because their home had black mold from continuous flooding, rodent infestations, and faulty electricity.

​Neither was able to work—Tori due to a disability while Bernard assisted Tori 24/7. After securing safe housing through Quest, Bernard was able to obtain two jobs. As part of the Legacy program, they saved money and learned how to budget.

---

and then came COVID...

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted demographic groups disparately. Although all demographic groups were affected, persons identifying as Black or Hispanic and younger workers generally experienced relatively high peaks in unemployment and relatively steep declines in labor force participation over the course of the pandemic. Additionally, persons with lower educational attainment have generally experienced relatively higher unemployment rates and lower labor force participation throughout the pandemic.

​Due to COVID-19, Bernard was furloughed from his jobs. They received emergency rental assistance to pay their rent while they attempted to secure new employment.

​In addition to emergency rental assistance, the family received $1,000 in first-month rental assistance from Quest. This support allowed the family time to become gainfully employed again.

This incredible family never gave up hope, graduating from the Quest Westside Legacy Program in September 2020 and moved into their own apartment. We are so proud of their recovery,

About Quest Legacy Homes