Dispelling Myths: “Just get a job.”
When speaking about the homeless population, have you ever heard someone say, “Why don’t they just get a job?” You… Read more
Category: Education
Increasing Access to Mental Health Care
In May, we are reminded of the importance of mental health for all of us during Mental Health Awareness Month.… Read more
Racial Disparities Among the Homeless Population
As we honor and celebrate the incredible achievements of African Americans during Black History Month, we also reflect upon the… Read more
Don’s Volunteer Journey
“You’ll probably decide that you want to serve again.” —Don Every volunteer at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities (UGMTC) starts… Read more
Shelter Advocates Welcome with Compassion and Dignity as the First Point of Contact at the Mission
Coming off the streets and through the doors of the Mission can stir up many emotions—uneasiness, anxiety, insecurity, humiliation, fear,… Read more
Support Services: Here to Help
Have you ever been given directions that a person thinks are complete, but are missing a few steps? Like when… Read more
Listening to Needs Extends Dignity and Compassion
At our Men’s Campus, we hold regular open forums to hear about the needs of the men we serve. Not… Read more
PTSD and Homelessness: A Vicious Cycle
Today is National PTSD Awareness Day. For many of us, we associate PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) with veterans who have… Read more
Running Together: Improved Physical Health Leads to Improved Mental Health
One of the biggest underlying causes of homelessness is mental health challenges. Since physical activity is proven to improve mental… Read more
TRAIN THEM IN THE WAY THEY SHOULD GO
“He reminds me to read his ‘Baby Blessings Bible’ and pray when I turn off the lights for bed.” Welcoming… Read more