Prolonged exposure to homelessness has a significant negative effect on adults and children— the longer a household experiences homelessness, the poorer the outcomes are likely to be.  Health, physical and mental ability, and self-esteem all suffer.  HopeWorks began the Hope Found program in 2017 as a way to eliminate family homelessness in the greater Albuquerque area.  By coordinating rapid, affordable, and stable housing and supportive services for families that are experiencing homelessness, these families stand a much better chance of success.