Story Saturday: Augusta and Maxwell’s Story

When Jesse Tree connected with Augusta and Maxwell in Eviction Court, they were facing the loss of their home after falling behind on their September rent. Their financial hardship began when Idaho’s Family and Personal Care Services (FPCS) program (a program which compensated family members for providing in-home care to relatives with disabilities) officially ended on July 15, 2025.

Augusta works full time in the healthcare industry. Maxwell was the primary caregiver for their 8-year-old son, who has a disability. The couple received compensation from FPCS and when that program ended, Maxwell lost the income they once relied on. They managed to cover August rent using their savings, but by September, those funds were depleted.

Together, Augusta and Maxwell built a life in Boise’s Winstead Park Neighborhood and remained deeply connected to their church community. Maxwell originally wanted to pursue a career that would require specialized training. These plans were halted when his son’s care needs increased and a leg injury limited his ability to work. He made the decision to become his son’s full-time caregiver. 

Through the Eviction Court program, Jesse Tree was able mediate an agreement with their landlord and buy the family more time to pay rent. Augusta and Maxwell were connected to several community partners for support —ultimately, Jesse Tree was able to get the couple in contact with three other organizations to provide additional financial support during this hardship. With those contributions, Jesse Tree was able to make our $2,000 payment and successfully prevent eviction.

In addition to immediate assistance, we focused on helping the family rebuild financial stability. Augusta has since started a second job, and Maxwell has been referred to an organization to help jobseekers find skilled work in their professional fields. He’s now working with them to re-enter his previous career field. 

Thanks to the multiple community partners, and Augusta and Maxwell’s determination, they’ve not only resolved their eviction crisis but are on a strong path toward long-term housing stability.