Every family deserves the security of a home. In Lafayette and surrounding communities, families experiencing homelessness face barriers that prevent them from accessing stable housing. Too often, these families—parents and children alike—are forced into unsafe, uncertain, and unsustainable situations due to systemic challenges, economic hardship, and a lack of available housing solutions.

With conviction and hope:

I pledge to stand with families experiencing homelessness, recognizing that safe and stable housing is a fundamental right, not a privilege.

I pledge to raise awareness of the realities unhoused families face, amplifying their stories, sharing facts, and educating my community on the urgent need for change.

I pledge to advocate for policies and programs that expand access to housing, improve services, and reduce the barriers preventing families from securing permanent homes.

I pledge to be part of the solution, whether through donating, volunteering, using my voice to drive action, or supporting local organizations working tirelessly to end family homelessness.

I pledge to reject indifference. No child should have to sleep in a car, a shelter, or on a relative’s couch due to housing insecurity. As a community, we must ensure that "home" is not an unattainable dream, but a reality for every family.

By signing this pledge, I commit to standing alongside LTHC Homeless Services in their mission to bring hope, stability, and housing solutions to families in need. My name will be added to a growing list of individuals and organizations who believe in creating a gold standard of care for families experiencing homelessness—one rooted in dignity, support, and unwavering community commitment.

Together, we can help families come home.

Jennifer Layton, President | CEO