'The Six,' a new housing development in Los Angeles' MacArthur Park neighborhood, offers military veterans a home to help them readjust to civilian life. The complex holds 52 units, and these are divided among the 40,250 square-foot grounds to include both private and public space.
The Six's name comes from the military expression "I got your six," which means that someone is watching one's back. The name is fitting, as military veterans often struggle to reintegrate themselves into society after having been in combat. As such, The Six is designed to be accessible for disabled veterans, and the units of the housing complex are reserved for veterans who have experienced homeless since their return to US soil.
The Six is designed to foster community as much as possible, giving veterans understanding neighbors to help them settle into a calmer life.
Homeless Veteran Housing
'The Six' Provides Housing for Homeless and Disabled US Veterans
Trend Themes
1. Community-oriented Housing - Building housing developments that prioritize community support and understanding can provide stability and assistance to marginalized populations.
2. Accessible Housing for Disabled Veterans - Designing housing specifically tailored to the needs of disabled veterans can offer them a comfortable and accommodating living environment.
3. Reintegration Support Services - Providing support services alongside housing can aid in the successful reintegration of homeless veterans into civilian life.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate Development - Real estate developers can focus on creating community-oriented housing projects that cater to specific populations, such as disabled veterans.
2. Disability Services and Accessibility - Industries focused on disability services and accessibility can offer innovative solutions and technologies to make housing more inclusive for disabled veterans.
3. Nonprofit and Social Services - Nonprofit organizations and social services agencies can partner with housing developers to provide comprehensive support services to homeless veterans.