SF family of unhoused child with complex medical condition gets housing placement - Local News Matters

A disabled child's family in San Francisco secured affordable housing after living in shelters for two years, thanks to advocacy from community leaders. Seven-year-old Samara Zavala has a complex medical condition and struggled to qualify for housing assistance under the city's Coordinated Entry system. After pressure from groups like Faith in Action Bay Area and United Educators of San Francisco, city officials placed the Zavala family in an affordable unit last month. The number of unhoused students in the San Francisco Unified School District has surged to about 3,000 this year, highlighting a growing crisis. Rev.

Pat Plude noted the power of community organizing in achieving this housing placement. Maria Zavala expressed gratitude to the community for their support in securing housing. Advocates aim to keep the pressure on the city to address the needs of all unhoused families and students. Family homelessness in San Francisco has nearly doubled in recent years, underscoring the urgent need for continued action.