Pathlight’s HOME Team

In this episode of the Pathlight HOME Team Podcast, we’re joined by Eric Gray, candidate for State Representative, District 35 , for a conversation about homelessness, affordable housing, and the role our communities can play in addressing the housing crisis. Eric joins Carl and Danny to discuss the potential role of boarding rooms as an affordable housing option, exploring both the opportunities...

In this episode of The HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny explore the role businesses can play in addressing homelessness and why collaboration between businesses, nonprofits, government, law enforcement, and outreach providers is essential. They discuss how businesses can respond to concerns about homelessness while also connecting individuals to the services, housing, employment, and support they...

In Episode 10 of the Pathlight HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny tackle a complex and often controversial topic: panhandling. What is the difference between passive and aggressive panhandling? Should panhandling be legal everywhere? And does giving money directly to someone experiencing homelessness help solve the problem—or simply provide temporary relief? Carl and Danny take a look at both sides...

In this episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle a difficult but important topic: the eviction process . The conversation breaks down what happens before, during, and after an eviction—from notices and opportunities to resolve an issue to court proceedings and the long-term housing barriers an eviction record can create. The team also discusses how Pathlight HOME wor...

In this episode of The HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo explore the role businesses can play in ending homelessness. From inclusive hiring and workforce development to affordable housing, philanthropy, technology, and community partnerships, they discuss how businesses can use their resources to make a meaningful difference—and the potential challenges of relying on the private se...

In Episode 7 of Pathlight HOME’s HOME Team podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo explore the true cost of living in housing —from application fees and security deposits to transportation, utilities, and unexpected expenses that can make it difficult to get housed and stay housed. The hosts also debate whether communities should create safe outdoor spaces for people experiencing homelessness, dis...

What does it take to truly help someone move from homelessness into housing? In this episode of Pathlight’s HOME Team , Carl and Danny discuss the training and skills housing-focused staff need—from Housing First and trauma-informed care to de-escalation, housing navigation, and supportive services. They also answer listener questions about volunteering, outreach, and how to help someone experienc...

What are the truths—and the myths—about mental illness and substance use among people experiencing homelessness? In Episode 5 of Pathlight’s HOME Team , Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle some of the most common misconceptions surrounding homelessness, including the belief that everyone experiencing homelessness has a mental illness or substance use disorder, that homelessness is a matter of pe...

In Season 2, Episode 4 of Pathlight’s HOME Team , Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle an important question: How do homeless service providers respond when extreme weather puts people experiencing homelessness at risk? From hurricanes and flooding to extreme heat and cold, they explore the importance of emergency preparedness, street outreach, transportation, communication, and strong community...

In this episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo kick off with an important question: How can you support a housing-focused agency without hindering the work? From in-kind donations and volunteering to community advocacy, tours, and financial support, Carl and Danny break down the best ways to get involved—and the common mistakes that can create additional challenges for no...

On this week’s episode of the Home Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down one of the biggest questions surrounding homelessness: how do people actually access services within the system of care? From outreach teams and emergency shelters to permanent supportive housing and coordinated entry, they unpack the realities, misconceptions, and challenges people face when trying to move...

Season 2 of the HOME Team Podcast is officially here!  In Episode 1, Carl and Danny dive into a critical question: What does it take to staff a housing-focused agency—and why does it matter? From breaking down the definition of a housing focused approach to discussing real challenges nonprofits face in staffing, funding, and training, this episode offers an inside look at what it truly takes to mo...

On this episode of the HOME Team Podcast, hosts Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo take on a critical and often misunderstood topic: employment among people experiencing homelessness. They explore the realities of employment for those experiencing homelessness, breaking down the barriers many face—including lack of identification, transportation, consistent sleep, hygiene access, and affordable wages...

This week on the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle a foundational question: What is affordable housing? They break down the 30% rule (housing costs shouldn’t exceed 30% of income), explain AMI (Area Median Income), and why the phrase “affordable housing” can be misleading unless we ask the real question: Affordable for who? From 110% AMI all the way down to 30% AMI and below...

Please review this week's summary for spotify and youtube: On this week’s episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the concept of shallow subsidies: modest, flexible financial support designed to help people stay housed without fully covering their rent. They explain how shallow subsidies work, who they’re best suited for, and why even a small monthly buffer...

On this week’s episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the Point-in-Time Count, a HUD-mandated snapshot used nationwide to better understand homelessness in our communities. They explain how the count works, who it includes, and why it’s more than just a number—it’s a critical tool for planning services, allocating funding, and engaging the community. In Offense...

In this week’s episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle one of the biggest (and most misunderstood) questions in the field: what does real progress look like—and how do we measure it beyond headlines and politics? We break down the “rare, brief, and non-recurring” framework, talk about why reliable data matters (including HMIS participation), and explain concepts like “functional zero.” We a...

In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo share powerful, real-life examples of what Housing First, workforce training, outreach, and reunification can accomplish when paired with consistent support and trust. (Names are changed for privacy.) Stories featured include: • A veteran and his wife housed through No Buddy Left Behind—plus the patient, step-by-step process that helped rebuild trust...

This week on The HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down a question we hear all the time: Where does funding for homeless service providers actually come from? We walk through the major funding categories that keep housing and supportive services running—government grants, philanthropy, corporate support, healthcare reimbursement, earned income/social enterprise, and capital/e...

On this episode of The HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Daniel Arroyo break down one of the most misunderstood pieces of the homeless response system: transitional housing. What is it, who is it for, and how does it actually work between shelter and permanent housing? They talk about the real-world challenges of budgeting for stays that can range from a few months to two years, progressive eng...

On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down one of the most important — yet often misunderstood — systems in the fight to end homelessness: the Continuum of Care (CoC). They explain what a CoC is, how it was created by HUD, and why strong collaboration between agencies, nonprofits, governments, and providers can make or break a community’s ability to reduce homelessness. Carl also s...

On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo host a special Thanksgiving edition of The HOME Team Podcast — celebrating football, community, and the heart of Pathlight HOME. This week’s topic is “What Is Pathlight HOME?” , and Carl and Danny take listeners through an inspiring journey of the organization’s origins, mission, and impact. They share the story of founders Reverend Fred Maxwell and...

On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the topic of prevention — exploring what it means to stop homelessness before it starts. From rental and utility assistance to legal aid, case management, and flexible funding, they break down the tools and strategies that help individuals and families stay housed. They discuss the challenges of targeting at-risk households, funding limitat...

On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo honor Veterans Day with a special discussion on homeless veterans — exploring the challenges they face, the programs designed to help, and the importance of community in ensuring no veteran is left behind. They unpack the causes behind veteran homelessness, including mental health struggles and reintegration challenges, and spotlight Pathlight HOME’s...

On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the theme of reunification — exploring how reconnecting people experiencing homelessness with family or loved ones can be a life-changing path to housing stability. Through their signature Offense vs. Defense debate, they discuss whether families should be expected to care for their unhoused relatives, weighing the emotional bonds and safet...