Founded in October 2024, HATS provides deep empathy and real-worldunderstanding. Our staff combines professional social work experience with lived insight to break down systemic barriers. By offering direct, compassionate advocacy, we ensure our community members access the safe housing, reliable healthcare, and human connection they need to thrive.
Our Mission
We believe that everyone deserves equal access to care, respect, and support. Under the leadership of our CEO Veronica Lara, HATS is dedicated to advocating for community members and connecting them with life-changing health and social resources. No matter the situation or complexity of need, our mission is to stand in the gap, overcome barriers together, and uplift every individual across the counties we serve.
