Housing program saves family from ending up on streets

She survived them all. Violence. Cancer. Homelessness.

April found freedom after finally leaving her abusive and drug-addicted partner.

The 46-year-old is cancer free after going through rigorous chemotherapy sessions and multiple surgeries.

And thanks to the San Diego County's rental assistance program, April and her three children now have a permanent place to live.

April, who was born in Atlanta but raised in San Diego, knew she was not in a healthy relationship. Her partner who was addicted to meth used to beat and punch her.

She was fighting her own demons. She started drinking heavily af...