Who we are
About Our Founder – Elizabeth Ongeri, RN
Elizabeth Ongeri is a Registered Nurse with more than 10 years in psychiatric and behavioral health. She founded Safe Bridge to make the housing process clear, respectful, and effective for people facing homelessness in Minnesota. With a double major in Nursing and Family Social Science, Elizabeth blends clinical insight with a deep understanding of family systems and community supports.
Credentials (at‑a‑glance)
Registered Nurse (Psych/Behavioral Health focus)
B.A. in Family Social Science - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. in Nursing - Indiana State University
10+ years serving Minnesotans in clinical and community settings
Message from Elizabeth
“If you or someone you serve needs housing help, we’ll meet you where you are—with practical support, dignity, and urgency.”
Mission
Help Minnesotans at risk of or experiencing homelessness achieve stable, independent living by delivering responsive Housing Stabilization Services with dignity and measurable outcomes.
Vision
A Minnesota where housing instability is brief, rare, and nonrecurring—because every person has the supports to remain housed and thrive.
Who We Serve
Adults (and transition‑age youth, where applicable) with conditions or circumstances that make housing stability challenging and who are eligible for HSS.
Our Approach
Person‑centered, trauma‑informed, and culturally responsive
Data‑driven outcomes with simple, transparent reporting
Strong partnerships: counties, tribes, managed care organizations, shelters, hospitals, and landlords
Values
Trust • Dignity • Reliability • Integrity • Equity
Privacy: We protect personal information and use secure communication methods.
Non‑Discrimination: We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accessibility: Tell us if you need accommodations or an interpreter.
Transparency: Safe Bridge LLC is a for‑profit company providing HSS‑aligned services. We do not solicit tax‑deductible donations.
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