Pathlight’s HOME Team

In this Halloween-themed episode of the HOME Team Podcast , Carl and Danny kick off with a fun weekend recap—costumes, golf, and pumpkins—before diving deep into a powerful and sometimes misunderstood topic: harm reduction. Through four engaging quarters, they unpack what harm reduction really means, explore its benefits and challenges in the homeless services field, and reflect on how this approa...

In this episode, Carl and Danny take a deep dive into the heart of supportive housing: case management. They explore what great case management looks like, how it helps people build trust and stability, and where it sometimes falls short. With football analogies, real-life experience, and a whole lot of passion, they walk through the highs, lows, and realities of a job that’s more than a job — it’...

This week, Pathlight HOME’s Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the role of day and drop-in centers in ending homelessness — and how football lessons apply along the way. Carl defines what day and drop-in centers are — safe, low-barrier spaces that meet immediate needs like food, showers, laundry, and case management while connecting people to housing and stability. Danny highlights Pathlight...

In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive deep into Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) — a long-term solution that combines affordable housing with supportive services to help people experiencing chronic homelessness achieve stability and independence. They break down how PSH works, explore its pros and cons, and discuss the government shutdown. From Pathlight HOME’s proven success hous...

In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the frontline work of outreach—how relationships, persistence, and compassion connect people to housing and services. They tackle the tough questions: Should law enforcement be part of unsheltered homelessness response? How accurate is the annual homeless count? And what can we learn from Denver’s 45% reduction in unsheltered homelessness?...

In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo delve into emergency shelters, which provide temporary housing for individuals experiencing housing crises. They differentiate between congregate and non-congregate shelters, noting that congregate shelters house many people in one room, while non-congregate shelters offer more personal space. They also discuss overnight shelters, which often require...

Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo are back for another four quarters of football and homelessness talk. This week’s focus: Rapid Rehousing —what it is, why it matters, and whether housing programs should mandate services. Carl and Danny debate both sides of the issue, share national housing updates, and highlight the week’s football scores and “Locks of the Week.” You’ll also hear: NFL Spotlight : Ja...

In Pathlight's HOME Team second episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo continue to tackle homelessness and joke about their football teams. They define homeless diversion as a strategy to house newly homeless individuals within seven days, emphasizing its cost-effectiveness and quick solutions. They highlight the importance of government involvement in ending homelessness, citing resources a...

Pathlight's HOME Team Podcast - Where Football meets Housing Solutions with Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo Welcome to the Inaugural Episode. This week, Carl and Danny weigh-in on the upcoming football season and examine New York City's Right to Shelter Law, which guarantees shelter to homeless individuals but faces criticisms over financial burdens and inefficiencies. They highlight posi...