Jaye
Blythe, 47, joined HVAF in June 2013 as our Housing Specialist. She helps veterans who leave HVAF
transitional housing program to enter permanent homes of their own. Blythe has a BSW in Social Work.
What attracted
you to the position at HVAF?
I’ve
always wanted to work with the homeless population and veterans hold a special
place in my heart.
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| Jaye Blythe |
I
handle all the applications for our GPD Housing Program and help the veterans
who are on the housing wait list. I manage the wait list and the housing roster
for the case managers. Another aspect of my position at HVAF is permanent
housing. I get referrals from the case managers for the veterans leaving our
program and going into their own permanent housing. I work with those clients
to determine their priorities for housing; provide housing resources and assist
in obtaining the housing.
What do you enjoy most about working at HVAF?
I
enjoy giving back to a population of our society that has given so much for the
people of this country. It is very rewarding to be a part of the process of
getting someone off the streets and into a warm home out of the elements. I am
very grateful for the things that I have and the comforts of my own life. I believe
that part of being grateful, for me anyway, is to give back in some way.
Helping those that are most vulnerable is a part of what I am committed to as a
social worker. I have been through a lot of challenges in my own life and I
would not be where I am today if I didn’t have people who cared enough to help
me through those struggles. I enjoy being a listening ear, friendly smile and
someone who genuinely cares for others at HVAF and beyond.
How do you enjoy spending your free time?
I
enjoy spending time with family and friends. At church, I am a Communion Team
Leader and sing in the Gospel choir. I love to camp, grill out, throw parties,
and go to the theater, concerts, museums, and art galleries. I am an avid
reader and I love movies, animals (especially turtles!) and being outdoors. I
have a new baby boy that I can’t wait to share all these things with!
