Heartland HOUSED is dedicated to transforming the landscape of homelessness in Springfield and Sangamon County, IL. As the backbone organization of the Heartland Continuum of Care, we develop strategic initiatives, support collaborative implementation efforts, and foster partnerships aimed at functionally ending homelessness. Aligned with the 2022-2028 Springfield & Sangamon County Strategic Plan, we strive to create a sustainable and inclusive community where everyone has access to safe and stable housing. Together, we are committed to driving impactful change and uplifting lives in our community. Our vision is to make the experience of homelessness in Sangamon County rare, brief, and non-recurring.
OUR TEAM
Josh Sabo, Executive Director
Jamie Riedle, System Coordinator
Shymeka Kerr, Housing Problem Solving Specialist
Molly McDonald, System Support Administrator
Ronetta Buckner, Street Outreach Coordinator
Tracie Cunningham, Heartland Continuum of Care HMIS Administrator / MERCY Communities
Nick Dodson, Heartland Continuum of Care Housing Navigator / Helping Hands
Heartland HOUSED Strategy Board
The Heartland HOUSED Strategy Board serves as the Board of Directors for Heartland HOUSED while also focusing on the implementation of our community's strategic plan. The Strategy Board seeks to understand needs, gaps in service, and resources available to reach community goals while also monitoring progress toward reaching functional zero homelessness.
Heartland HOUSED Strategy Board Members
Heartland HOUSED Lived Experience Advisory Board
The Lived Experience Advisory Board consists of people with lived experience of homelessness who meet each month to provide their input and expertise on policies, projects, and ways to improve the homeless response system in Springfield/Sangamon County.