The Bridge To a Place Called Home | Cisco
Cisco has contributed US$50M to tackle homelessness in the Silicon Valley, California. They have concentrated their efforts on providing prevention services and housing.
Through a short film, they wanted to tell the story of some who have benefited from their help and the overall situation, with so many still in need. I was commissioned to shoot the portraits and documentary stills that would form part of this film.
Story on homelessness in Silicon Valley, California. A commission by Cisco.
A Native American Vietnam vet signs up to collect groceries at a charity. Silicon Valley, California.
After an interview with the film crew, Elaine walks back to her car through a parking lot. One of the many places she and her husband Sal called home for a while. Silicon Valley, California. Story commissioned by Cisco.
Sal at one of the locations he and his wife lived. Silicon Valley, California.
Location of another temporary home for Sal and Elaine - dry river-bed under a bridge, suburban San Jose, Silicon Valley, California.
The couple revisit the home they lost when Sal's plumbing business collapsed. Silicon Valley.
Portrait of Elaine in Silicon Valley, California. Story commissioned by Cisco.
Sal at back of the van that was home to himself, Elaine and their pet dog and cat, for some of the 12 years that they were without a house. Silicon Valley, California.
Portrait of Richard. Silicon Valley, California.
Richard and Sal became close friends while living in trailer homes on the same street. Silicon Valley, California. Cisco.
Maria's dog keeps watch for her and her friend in a park in downtown San Jose, Silicon Valley, California.
A gentleman moves the location of his cardboard bed. Silicon Valley, California.
The couple speak with a neighbour from the balcony of their new home.
"Sometimes I wash my hands, even if they're clean, just to feel the running water." - Sal