Meet Crystal Kirschbaum, our dedicated Rapid Rehousing Case Manager at LGBT Life Center. With a rich background in healthcare and mental health, Crystal hails from Texas, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology from West Texas A&M. Having worked with diverse populations, she brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. Crystal is committed to helping individuals secure stable housing quickly, empowering them to focus on improving their lives. Since moving to Virginia, she has been inspired by LGBT Life Center’s mission to support underserved communities. Crystal values experiences over material possessions and is excited to connect with and advocate for those she serves. A Marvel enthusiast and lover of all things creative, Crystal enjoys reading, painting, and cooking in her free time.
Name/Nickname: Crystal Kirschbaum
Pronouns: She/Her
Job title: Rapid Rehousing Case Manager
Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? I am originally from Texas where I graduated from West Texas A&M with a Bachelors in Psychology. I was actually completing my 2nd year of nursing school when I had to change majors so I’ve been in health care and Mental health for many years. I have worked with nearly every population imaginable and I love the varying experiences I have had.
I’m here to help you with… My role is Rapid Rehousing case management, I’m here to help get individuals housed quickly in stable, suitable housing so that they can then focus on what they need to and not have the barrier of being homeless. I’m here to help give a hand up and help our individuals get that boost of help they need in order to better their lives!
How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life Center? I was interested when I moved to Virginia! When I found out the center exists, I thought it was just the best thing. This population is so underserved and overlooked, and the LGBT center is amazing and the more I learn the more I love about them!
What’s an interesting thing about you that most people don’t know? I’d rather have experiences than expensive things.
What excites you most about being at the LGBT Life Center? Being able to connect with the population, being one more person in their corner, and making that difference no matter how small to help make someone’s life a little better
Rapid Fire…what is your favorite…
FUN FACT! I have no favorites! I literally love just about any and all things, but I’ll narrow it down
• Animal: Unicorn (cause why not, they’re awesome!) or a Sloth cause, spirit animal
• Color: Literally I have no favorite but I gravitate towards either really bright and loud colors or soft colors
• Song/Music: Yes
• TV Show/Movie: I’m a huge Marvel nerd, and I just finished the Expanse (TV) it was amazing
• Hobby: Reading, painting, drawing, Hurkle-Durkling (look it up), playing board games, cooking (LOVE TO COOK)
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