They’re getting $1,000 a month for 3 years. How guaranteed income is changing lives in L.A. County

They’re getting $1,000 a month for 3 years. How guaranteed income is changing lives in L.A. County

Kipp Kahlia, who is part of L.A. County’s guaranteed income program, practices guitar at home in Long Beach on Nov. 15, 2023. Photo by Julie A. Hotz for CalMatters In summary

L.A. County’s Breathe program gives participants $1,000 monthly for three years, more money over a longer period than similar programs.

For years, Kipp Kahlia felt stuck. The Long Beach guitarist used to tour the country with reggae artists. But 20 years ago, after contracting intestinal parasites on a trip abroad, Kahlia had to take a step back from gigging.Her health deteriorated and visits to doctors drained her savings. Recently […]

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