About Us

Founders

PVD House was founded by Betha Wood, Amy Acevedo, McKenzie Enright and Steven Sharp

A small business owner since 2007, and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Betha understands the intersection of queerness, safety, and housing security. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture is essential to create an affirming home for us all. We seek to empower LGBTQ+ people 18 years and older to build a safer, more inclusive world.

Small businesses and programs with a wellness focus, and long term residents whose rent supports the “Next Step Housing Program” creating safety in the pursuit of happiness.

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LGBTQ+ youth are 4x more likely to attempt suicide. *the Trevor project
Suicide remains the second cause of death amount all young people in the USA. *Time Out Youth
One accepting adult decreases the risk of suicide by 40% for LGBTQ+ youth. *Time Out Youth
Members of the LGBTQ+ community are more likely to become homeless, and are more likely to endure discrimination that extends their homelessness and frequently forces youth into survival behaviors that jeopardize their wellbeing and safety. *HUD Exchange

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