“Our goal is to provide a foundation for you to stand on that is a safe and secure space”
Broom Homestead Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, proudly operates Edrica’s House of Hope, a sober living facility committed to supporting individuals in recovery and reintegration. Our mission is to provide safe, structured, and accountable housing for men 18 years and older who are experiencing homelessness and seeking a fresh start.
With 18 beds, our facility offers more than just shelter—we create a nurturing environment where individuals can heal, rebuild, and develop the skills necessary to transition back into society successfully.
Why Our Work Matters
The need for sober living homes in Los Angeles County is immense. Many individuals leaving prison or treatment programs have no stable housing options, putting them at risk of relapse, reoffending, or homelessness. Our home serves as a critical bridge, offering:
A structured, sober environment
Daily support and encouragement
Access to job training, education, VA assistance, and elderly care
Guidance in securing permanent housing
Family reunification assistance
We believe that a stable home is the foundation for lasting recovery. By providing a safe space and essential resources, we empower individuals to reclaim their lives and transition to independence with dignity and confidence.
If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your interest in Edrica’s House of Hope, and we look forward to the opportunity to support those in need.
Founders’ Story
Aletheia & Walter Broom
Aletheia Broom and her husband Walter Edward Broom are the Co-Founders of Edrica's House of Hope (EHOH) a sober living and transitional living program for adult males. Established in 2016 EHOH mission is to provide "a foundation for men to stand upon which is safe and secure".
Aletheia is also the Director of a Safe Haven program for youth 18-24yrs. old located in Hollywood where she oversees the day to day operations of the Crisis Shelter, Bridge Bed and DMH Enhance Emergency Service (EESP) programs. Aletheia also works with the Human Trafficking (HT) Component using the Enhance Collaborative Model (ECM) which provides HT youth with short term housing for CSEC Transitional aged youth between the ages of 18-24.
Aletheia started her career working at the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA) for over five years overseeing the day to day operations of the, Shelter Plus Care (SPC), Continuum of Care (CoC)and Housing Opportunities for Persons with HIV/ADS programs (HOPWA).
Aletheia is passionate about her commitment to helping our most vulnerable of the homeless population. By helping this population tap into their strengths and capabilities and access to opportunities that will better their lives and empowering them to become successful productive members of their community.
Aletheia has a AA and AS degree from Riverside Community College, BA in Communications from the California State University of San Bernardino and an MPA from the University of Southern California
Meet Aletheia Broom
Aletheia Broom (pronounced A-Lay-Thea) is the Associate Director of Programs and Services for Alexandria House, a non-profit supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence, human trafficking, and homelessness. She co-founded Edrica’s House of Hope with her husband, Walter Broom, providing transitional housing for men exiting the justice system, supporting Transitional Aged Youth, and offering emergency housing for women escaping domestic violence and human trafficking.
Previously, Aletheia served as the Housing Assistance Division Director from 2022 to 2023, overseeing Los Angeles County’s second-largest housing authority, helping 30,000 participants secure permanent housing with Section-8 and certificate subsidies. Her career with the Los Angeles County Development Authority began in 2011, where she held roles including Case Manager, VASH Coordinator, and Unit Supervisor, with involvement in Shelter Plus Care, Continuum of Care, and HOPWA programs.
From 2020 to 2022, Aletheia was the Assistant Director of Interim Housing at The People Concern, managing The Kensington Campus, a pioneering integrated housing model. Between 2017 and 2020, she directed a Safe Haven program for youth at the Covenant House California shelter in Hollywood, focusing on crisis shelters and housing for Commercially and Sexually Exploited Children Transitional Aged Youth.
Aletheia's leadership is defined by her commitment to empowering vulnerable populations and advocating for trauma-informed care, equity, and inclusion. She holds an AA and AS from Riverside Community College, a BA in Communications from California State University, San Bernardino, and a Master’s in Public Administration with a certificate in City/County Management from the University of Southern California (USC).
In 2024, Aletheia was one of 14 individuals selected for the historic Black Health Equity Advisory Group created by the California Department of Health-Office of Health Equity, where she will serve from 2024-2026. In 2021-2022, she was a Fellow at the Social Justice Partners Los Angeles Racial and Equity Fellowship, and in 2015, she completed the Public Policy/Leadership program with the Los Angeles African American Women’s Public Policy Institute at USC. She also served as the Communications Officer for the Los Angeles African American Political Action Committee from 2016-2018.
Aletheia is a certified Domestic Violence Counselor in California, a Community Counselor from the Watts Community Counseling Center, and a devoted mother of three sons, Kerry, Anthony, and Keanu, and her late daughter, Edrica. She is also a proud grandmother to seven grandchildren: Malea, Monrea, Skhi, Ari’a, Zion, Anthony Jr. (AJ), and Arianna.
Meet Walter Broom
Walter Edward Broom was born in Greenwood, Mississippi, to parents Alex and Essie Broom in June of 1958. At 17 years old, Walter finished high school and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, receiving an honorable discharge. Walter attended West Los Angeles Community College where he received Certificate on Substance Abuse and later received his SA Counselor with CAADAC
In 2010, Walter began working at Clare Foundation as a case manager and was quickly promoted to Program Manager and oversaw both the women and men’s treatment facility for over six years.
Walter Broom is a dedicated servant of the community, serves as the Assistant Superintendent of Sunday School at the New Antioch Church of God in Christ (COGIC) under the divine leadership of Superintendent Jeffrey M. Lewis.
Since 2016, he and his wife have been the proud owners and managers of a 22-bed transitional housing home in the historic Crenshaw/Jefferson District, a testament to their commitment to providing shelter and support to those in need.
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