Our Story

Our Story

Broken Chain Living was born from compassion, resilience, and the belief that everyone deserves a second chance. Founded by Kaia Hastings, a proud Memphis native and lifelong advocate for community empowerment, Broken Chain Living was created to meet a critical need: safe, supportive housing for seniors, veterans, and returning citizens who deserve the dignity of living independently while still being part of a caring community.

Kaia’s vision grew from years of dedicated service in public safety and community leadership. As a Senior Parole Officer and later the leader of the City of Memphis Park Ranger Program, she witnessed countless individuals—despite their best efforts—struggle to rebuild because they lacked stable housing, resources, or opportunity. She saw good people fall through the cracks, not from lack of will, but from lack of support.

That realization became a calling.

Broken Chain Living represents more than a housing program—it is a movement to break cycles, remove barriers, and open doors to stability, hope, and independence. Here, residents find not only a place to stay but a community that cares. Through access to supportive resources, mental-health connections, and daily encouragement, each individual is given the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive again.

The name Broken Chain Living symbolizes freedom—freedom from past limitations, freedom from isolation, and freedom to rebuild a stronger future. Every broken link represents a life renewed and a step toward something greater.