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Nick Cronkhite, Lara Clayton and Melanie Rhodes at last year’s Interim Inc. JunHraiser [hich raiseH JunHs in support oJ the nonprofit’s serZices. F or someone living with severe mental illness, recovery often begins with a safe place to call home. For over 50 years, Interim, Inc. has helped Monterey County residents needing comprehensive support, including affordable housing, behavioral health and men- tal health services. Today, the nonprofit serves nearly , indi - viduals annually through more than service and housing locations across Monterey County. From crisis residential care and employment support to permanent supportive housing, Interim helps people regain stability, indepen- dence and a renewed sense of belonging. One of Interim’s greatest strengths is its staff, who aim to empower the voice of those they serve, often through relatable experiences. “We have over 300 employees, and at any given time, we have about percent of our workforce comprised of people with lived experience of mental illness, which is something we are very proud of,” says Executive Director Dr. Rhiyan Quiton. For Quiton, the mission is rooted in compas- sion. “The greatest gift you can give is service,” he says. “We’re helping our neighbors…and that level of humanity is what keeps me ground- ed and motivated.” Interim’s fundraiser, The Hoedown: Island Style, will be held Saturday, October 24, at the Moose Lodge in Del Rey 3aks. Proceeds benefit Marina Kai Apartments, a new affordable supportive-hous- ing community in Marina. For more information, call 831/649-4522 or visit www.interiminc.org . Inter im Br ings Housing, Healing and Hope to Monterey County B Y B R E T T WI L BUR SHORT CUTS EVENT 84 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • F A L L 2 0 2 6 Photo: Richard Green Photography