Shelter & Recovery

Frank served as an altar boy as a child and skipped meals regularly so the food could be given to… Read more

After achieving a lifelong dream of having a family, home, and career, Eric’s life began to unravel. A divorce, layoff,… Read more

“A year-and-a-half ago, I would’ve tried to steal my mom’s meds. Instead, I was able to be her caregiver her… Read more

When Rose* found herself homeless for the first time, it was uncharted territory. the first time, it was uncharted territory.… Read more

For years, Christmas meant nothing to Eric. He grew up without an extended family. As an adult, he became… Read more

Hisham has suffered greatly in his life. The anguish he carries makes it hard for him to even show his… Read more

Mike knows hunger. “I slept under a bridge for 3 years,” he says. “I ate out of a trash… Read more

Erik’s life turned upside down when his parents divorced when he was just 11. The family splitting up broke his… Read more

“The day I left my abuser, I was shaking. After careful planning to escape without his knowledge, I packed belongings… Read more

For Gabe, Easter used to mean attending church and enjoying dinner and an Easter egg hunt with his family.… Read more

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