History of Deep Roots

Deep Roots incorporated in 2012 as a private, nonprofit organization.  Several of our founders and original board members have themselves experienced homelessness as children.  Originally focused on mentoring children who were or had been homeless, Deep Roots purchased and took over Clairvaux Farm, a transitional housing complex, and by 2013 began offering transitional housing and related services to families with minor children.  Mentoring children continues to be an important part of what we do, along with educational programming, afterschool classes, tutoring, fieldtrips, mental health support as well as case management services.  Parents are also guided through financial literacy, employment assistance and training, permanent housing assistance and other needed supports. Additionally, Deep Roots maintains ongoing contact, services and support with families who have successfully transitioned out of Deep Roots.