East Oakland Community Project - Oakland, California

Mike M.

Dear EOCP,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding the current living conditions in my assigned room. Over the past few days, I have been experiencing significant discomfort due to several issues that I believe require urgent attention.

First, the cleanliness of the bathrooms is extremely poor, with the facilities in an unsanitary state. This is not only unpleasant but also a potential health hazard. Additionally, I have been placed in a room with roommates who have serious hygiene issues, which further exacerbates the situation. The room consistently has an overwhelming odor, and I have had to endure this environment daily, which has severely impacted my ability to rest and function.

Furthermore, the room temperature is excessively high, resembling furnace-level heat. This has added to my discomfort, making the living situation intolerable. Last night, I was unable to sleep properly and was only able to fall asleep around 5:00 am after enduring the smell and the heat throughout the night.

I kindly request to be moved to a dorm that is clean and free of these issues. I believe everyone deserves a living space that is sanitary and conducive to rest, and the current conditions are far from that standard.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution.

Sincerely,
Mike Masimalo
(Who resides there)

Joseph C.

This place has potential to be a great place to get on your feet, unfortunately the staff has a problem dealing with different mind sets, it not a one case fits all, some are rude, disrespectful and at time down right nasty. There needs to be a change in the leadership.

Nakita S.

Place has no WiFi staff is ghetto and rude but hey it's Oakland what do you expect

Lamar

Worst place ever. Tacky place of business. They employees be high on drugs 24/7 and they hire nothing but felons with warrants. They currently have someone working there that have an active warrant for his arrest behind a dangerous crime. When i told the lady in charge she brushed it off. She is putting the residents there in danger

Katherine R.

These folks do a GREAT service for veterans who are homeless or needing other kinds of assistance. My case manager has always been very kind and helpful, and EOCP has really been there for me when I needed help!

My only issues are: The lobby is extremely noisy, lacks enough seating for people waiting to be seen, and always seems to have flies circling the middle of the room. The security gate at the entrance is imposing and unwelcoming. I would love to see a mural out there, or even a friendly sign that makes you feel more welcome.

The lobby does have an awesome mural to look at, and the people behind the desk are usually friendly - very busy, and probably overwhelmed with so many things to do, but I do like them. You just have to be patient in waiting for them to get to you at times. I only say this because I know some people have a hard time with patience, but the staff really are nice people. Just give them a chance.

Every caseworker I've ever spoken to has been very helpful in answering my questions or referring me to someone who can answer my questions. Again, I am sure their caseloads are pretty packed, so sometimes return calls and emails are a little slow, so again, patience is the key.

Arleighn F.

Horrible accountability with vulnerable populations. Family Matters does not help families stay united. Their tactics leave those who have housing at risk of losing it. They never gave furniture through Homestretch and Fletcher pretends he has no idea of the abusive situations there. Inappropriate relationships with staff and clients. Overdose attempts, custodial removal with cops, no holistic support. You find your housing. Then hope they follow through financially. Food left out hours. CHARLOTTE AND CARLA SEEM TO ENJOY PUSHING PEOPLES MENTAL HEALTH BEYOND CAPACITY AND COMPLAIN IF THEY HAVE TO STAND UP AND GET THE DOOR. Get in get out if you have good physical health and can afford market rate housing.

R.T. B.

Lot's of potential to be a constant reminder of the way people can get out of the transient lifestyle and join the other's who are moderately stable living in poverty...

Donavan P.

this place needs to be investigatedthe employees the workers the lady with Virgo tattooed on her wrist the white lady they are hoarding our resources and keeping them for their self