Vision
''A Healthy, Safe and Vibrant Whittier Community''

Mission
''To help the homeless and at-risk individuals transition toward self-sufficiency''

Recovery From Homelessness Program Description:

The RFHP provides a short-term emergency transitional housing with on site supportive services to 45 individuals in the City of Whittier. Services include: on-site health clinic, health screenings, mental health services, on-site meals, case management, clothing, transportation, 12 step meetings, education, training and employment assistance. First Day provides professional and social service offices and meeting space.

• Whittier's First Day was founded in 1989.
• The coalition offers assistance in four phases.
• First Day provides professional and social service offices and meeting space.
• Their Recovery from Homelessness Program includes a 45-person emergency and transitional living facility.
• First Day offers support to its residents through the Ladder Group.

• Irene Muro