EMPOWER EDUCATE AND ENCOURAGE Volume 1
Issue 8
April 2022
WOMAN 2 WOMAN
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PUBLISHER'S LETTER
Dear Woman, Save OUR Children from Abuse. How can we stop this Tragic Attack that Children keep facing, the only reason why there is a Child Greetings! The month of APRIL have so many awareness that we need to know about for one Protective Service and Foster Care is because of this tragic called abuse that keeps it is Human Trafficking, Save Our Children happening? Sometimes we must ask ourselves from Abuse and Autism. if I am capable or fit to raise a child and if your answer is not, then let someone else raise HOW CAN WE BECOME MORE AWARE OF them that will not take their hurt and pain off THE THINGS THAT IS CAUSING SO MUCH the children. Parenting Classes are a great PAIN TO OUR WORLD? IT IS BY EDUCATING help, Counseling and finding someone you OUR SELF MORE AND PARTNERING WITH respect on the way they raise their children. ORGANIZATIONS THAT CAN ENLIGHTEN US MORE OF WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE AREA AUTISM IS A Disability that has affected our THAT WE LIVE IN. YOU WILL BE SURPRISED children for many reasons. I really don’t OF THE PLACES WHERE HUMAN believe they know the cause of it, but we do TRAFFICKING IS HAPPENING IN YOUR need to be more educated. empathetic, and NEIGHBOR HOOD. encouraging to those kids that have autism It does not matter of the Status of where you and the parents or families that have been live. It is happening in the middle class, and suburbs area, there is no location that is ruled affected by autism. Education is the key to any awareness please let us make it our best to out from Human Trafficking. find out before it knocks on your door
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About Unbound Our Mission Unbound supports survivors and resources our community to fight human trafficking in three primary ways: prevention and awareness, professional training, and survivor advocacy.
Our Values 1. Hope Driven 2. In the dark world of human trafficking, we believe there is hope! That hope comes from three main sources: our faith, our community, and the survivors we serve. We believe God loves justice and restoration and has called us to respond to this need. We are encouraged by a community ready to take action in the fight and are inspired by the strength, resilience and courage of the men, women and children we serve. 3. Service Oriented 4. We actively seek to fill the needs and gaps in service to our community. As we serve survivors, we are also eager to serve our partners in law enforcement, hospitals, schools, and other industries known to intersect with victims of trafficking. 5. Excellence Focused 6. Unbound is committed to maintaining excellence in the service we provide. By following best practices, staying up-to-date on research, training our teams, and providing evidence-based programs, we seek to offer the best service to our community.
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What We Do Our Mission Unbound supports survivors and resources our community to fight human trafficking in three primary ways: prevention and awareness, professional training, and survivor advocacy.
Prevention and Awareness We want to prevent trafficking before it happens to someone. Trafficking is a trap, and like all traps, people fall in because they didn’t see it. We want to illuminate the path for youth and adults alike, to show how trafficking can happen to anyone and how everyone can play a part in keeping their community safe. We believe we each have a role to play. We love to speak to youth in schools, religious youth groups, and youth leadership organizations. We also speak to civic organizations, churches and religious groups, service fraternities, business groups and other community gatherings.
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Professional Training Professionals in nearly every setting have the potential to encounter a human trafficking victim in their line of work. We provide trainings to law enforcement, medical professionals, business owners, school administration and staff, counselors, and taxi/bus drivers to equip them to recognize and effectively respond to indicators of trafficking and exploitation.
Survivor Advocacy Unbound Houston provides 24/7 crisis response and ongoing case management for survivors of trafficking. Our advocates help meet survivors’ immediate needs, working in tandem with law enforcement, medical professionals and social service providers to assist each survivor along their journey to healing. We offer holistic care to survivors through integrative education, peer support groups, in-house trauma counseling, and individual health coaching. We also offer support to families and caregivers.
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All Locations LOCATIONS Unbound envisions a future where every community is free from human trafficking. To make that a reality, Unbound Global has teams working in communities around the world. To learn more about our work and how you can play your part, select a location.
UNBOUND U.S. OFFICES Unbound Offices in the U.S. provide full-spectrum services in prevention & awareness, professional training, and survivor advocacy. Learn more about the unique services and opportunities of each office by visiting https://www.unboundnow.org/locations.
Austin, Texas
Bryan College Station, Texas
Houston, Texas
North Texas
Waco, Texas
UNBOUND INTERNATIONAL Unbound is ending human trafficking and igniting hope in communities across the world. Learn more about our work outside of the United States by clicking visiting https://www.unboundnow.org/locations.
Cape Town, South Africa
Indonesia
Mongolia
Cambodia
UNBOUND MINISTRIES AND CHURCH PARTNERS Unbound is an extension of the Antioch International Movement of Churches. At churches around the country, Unbound Ministries are mobilizing church members to be part of the fight against human trafficking through awareness and action.
Phoenix, Arizona
Orange County, California
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WHAT IS HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Human trafficking is the fastest-growing criminal industry in the world, with an estimated 40.3 million victims worldwide. Simply put, human trafficking is any time a person is forced, tricked, or manipulated into providing labor or sexual service for someone else’s financial gain. Or, anytime a child is involved in a commercial sex act, whether or not there is someone directly forcing them to do so.
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (2000) defines severe human trafficking as -(8) SEVERE FORMS OF TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS. – The term “severe forms of trafficking in persons” means – (A) sex trafficking in which a commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud, or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such act has not attained 18 years of age; or (B) the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, obtaining, patronizing, soliciting or advertising of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery. (9) SEX TRAFFICKING.- The term “sex trafficking” means the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act.
It can happen anywhere to anyone. Traffickers target and exploit the vulnerabilities of their victims. Vulnerabilities can include age, socioeconomic status, immigration status, low self-esteem, lack of an adequate support system, previous abuse, and more.
Does it happen here? Human trafficking doesn’t just happen in third-world countries, it happens (and is happening) right here in the United States. In fact, the city of Houston is an especially high-risk city because of its location. Houston is one point of the “Texas Triangle,” where three of the largest cities in the State of Texas are connected by major interstates. Human traffickers often take advantage of the high volume of people and ease of mobility in this region. Because of this, the Texas Triangle is considered one of the most heavily trafficked regions in the United States.
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What does human trafficking look like in Houston? Human trafficking usually happens under the radar, so it can be hard to get a complete picture of what this crime looks like. However, there are some common themes surrounding trafficking observed throughout the United States and in Texas. 1) Traffickers look for vulnerabilities as they target victims. In labor trafficking, common vulnerabilities include being from another country, documentation status, lack of economic opportunity, and low levels of formal education. In sex trafficking, common vulnerabilities include homelessness, history of abuse, involvement in the commercial sex industry, substance abuse, and more. For child sex trafficking, other common vulnerabilities include low self-esteem, familial strife, running away, involvement in child welfare and more. Although these are common themes, anyone can be a victim. 2)
Social media
has opened new avenues for human trafficking. Traffickers
often groom and control their victims through online platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and online dating sites. Predators can easily pose online as someone looking for a date in order to build trust and recruit victims. Traffickers often identify vulnerable young people through their social media presence. For example, posts that may suggest low self-esteem, problems at home, or loneliness can signal to a trafficker that a person may be easily victimized. 3) Many victims don’t realize they are human trafficking victims. Traffickers are often expert manipulators and may lead their victims down a path of exploitation, filled with lies, false promises, and coercion. This makes it very difficult for victims to reach out for help, either from fear, false beliefs, or lack of awareness. Victims of human trafficking are in our schools, our neighborhoods, our industries, our communities. 4) Trafficking is a supply and demand business. Because there is a demand for cheap labor and a demand for commercial sex, human trafficking continues to exist. With sex trafficking, engagement in the commercial sex industry, whether in viewing pornography or purchasing sex, is creating profit for traffickers that drives demand. As we work to prevent trafficking and strengthen the protective factors of our communities, we also have to educate and fight the demand.
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Mady’s Movement Against Human Trafficking Training www.MadysMovement.com My name is Nikki Bowie, and Madelynn, my daughter was a victim of Human Trafficking. I lost my one and only beautiful daughter to this horrific crime in June of 2020, and ever since, I’m fighting for her justice and to be her voice. I started a private group on Facebook in January of 2021. It started out as a place where I could share my grief, of the learning of the horrific journey of which my daughter dealt and to share with other parents as I learn to navigate this life without her. The standing attendance of this group has grown to over 1100 participants, and ranging from many states here in the US, as well as other countries like Canada too. In October of 2021, I decided to make Mady’s Movement a 501©(3). Our group provides resources and information for families on Human Trafficking. We host community events to bring awareness and to connect families in our community to create a strong foundation and bond between neighbors to learn how to look out for one another. Our events raise funds to help our mission of outreach, as well as supporting other organizations with their effort to support survivors. Our main mission is to help bring awareness to this subject so we can be more proactive here in our community. These events range from fundraiser nights with local restaurants, to our annual Miles4Mady 5K vendor event to reach more while supporting local businesses too! We will be hosting our very first conference/training in Kemah, TX on April 2,2022 from 8am-11am, at Lukas BBQ. I will be sharing my journey and how my entire family has been impacted because of Human Trafficking and the loss of our very special, Mady. Other speakers on agenda will be: Unbound Houston, League City Councilman- Justin Hicks, League City MayorPat Hallisey, SGT Cantu & SGT Medel with HPD Vice Div, Robyn Cory- mother of Kristen who is STILL missing, and many of Mady’s friends and colleagues who were a part of her healing journey. We have worked diligently with UNBOUND Houston for over a year, and fully support all of the wonderful work they are doing. They are a global organization and are recognized for community education (Sentinels-which Mady’s story is a part of) and survivor advocacy—guaranteed onsite within 90 minutes of a victim calling for help. We are collecting cash donations OR backpack donations for UNBOUND to have filled with personal items for these survivors. We are also collecting gently used prom/formal wear to donate to girls in our area who may need a beautiful dress for their upcoming prom! These donations can be brought with you to attend this event- or just dropped with us at the front of the restaurant. We look forward to YOU being a part of this event with us and sharing what you hear and learn to continue to have a positive impact on our communities. As a mother who is grieving her precious girl; I can do a lotbut TOGETHER we can change the world and the future for others! THANK YOU for helping us END Human Trafficking!
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MADY'S MOVEMENT This tribe was created when I lost my very own daughter as a victim of Human Trafficking. As I live and grieve the loss of my one and only princess, I have dedicated my days to helping others combat this heartless crime. I am binding together with other antitrafficking organizations to help with outreach, education and just growing our communities stronger to look out for one another. Thank you for being here, TOGETHER, WE can make a difference. WANT TO KNOW HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED? We are constantly looking for volunteers to help us with creating and hosting our events as well as support other organizations and their events. If you would like more information on when they are, and how you can help, Please message us ASAP! MadysMovement@gmail.com
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BLACK WOMEN & ALOPECIA: What is it, what can be done about it by ReShonda Tate
IN PHOTO: Kim Roxie
For years, Kim Roxie has been helping women enhance their beauty. The Houston native has garnered national acclaim as a makeup artist with her company, Lamik Beauty. But throughout her successful career, she was harboring a secret, she didn’t always feel beautiful because alopecia had robbed her of her crown. “As a young girl, I had beautiful naturally curly hair and I hated my hair because I grew up during a time where straight hair was in. And so I did everything to get those waves out my head – perms, weaves and I discovered I’d put so much tension on my scalp and edges. I just abused my hair,” Roxie said.
The 39-year-old mother was diagnosed with
alopecia ,
a degenerative disease that
causes hair loss, in early 20s.
“I was shedding and finding bald spots in certain areas. I went to a dermatologist that didn’t look like me, and he didn’t help,” she said. “I tried castor oil, growth serums, all different kind of things and nothing helped. Then I went to a Black female dermatologist and she confirmed that I had two different kinds of alopecia.”
Roxie recommends a good support system for anyone dealing with hair loss. “I’m in a hair loss support group. We get on zoom and we talk about our hair loss and I can be so transparent.”
A common problem Like Roxie, many women of color experience alopecia. About a third of women will suffer some form of hair loss in their lives, according to Harvard Medical School. And a peer-reviewed study published in 2018 found that Black and Hispanic women in the U.S. have a “significantly greater” chance of developing alopecia areata in their lifetime than white women.
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Jada shines a light
Jada Pinkett-Smith. AP Photo by John Locher.
The recent fiasco at the Oscars has shined a light on the debilitating disease that each year affects so many women. Actor Will Smith has had a front row seat to his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith’s battle with alopecia since 2018 (which many believe was why he slapped comedian Chris Rock for making a joke about Jada). Pinkett Smith has been vocal about the diagnosis, embracing the challenges of the condition and publicly displaying evidence of hair loss with confidence and candor. She even released a video on Instagram to talk about a new patch of baldness caused by alopecia. The video, which has over 2 million views, shows a smiling Pinkett Smith acknowledging the discovery. “Look at this line right here,” Pinkett Smith, 50, said as she pointed to her scalp. “Now this is going to be a little bit more difficult for me to hide, so I thought I’d just share it so y’all not asking any questions — but you know, mama’s going to put some rhinestones in there, and I’m going to make me a little crown.”
Pinkett Smith is among the notable women of color who have broken their silence about hair loss, including Rep.
Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass .,
who revealed she had alopecia in 2020. The Massachusetts Democrat said she felt compelled to go public to free herself of the shame of her condition and provide true transparency to all the people empowered by her hair style.
“I felt naked, exposed, vulnerable. I felt embarrassed. I felt ashamed. I felt betrayed,” Pressley said. “And then I also felt that I was participating in a cultural betrayal because of all the little girls who write me letters, come up to me, take selfies with me. Hashtag twist nation.”
Rep. Ayanna Pressley, 117th Congress
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Hair Matters When Roxie watched the
Oscars ,
her heart went out to Pinkett Smith.
“I felt her hurt. When somebody does that and they’re making fun of you, you’re thinking, it’s a autoimmune disease. It’s nothing that you can control. The joke was just a very low blow and I didn’t appreciate it. Sometimes people like to belittle alopecia, thinking, ‘oh, it’s just hair.’ They don’t realize that your hair is an extension of you,” said Roxie, who posted her own bald photo after the Oscars, a move she said felt liberating.
“It was healthy to shave my head so I could accept me. Anybody around me had to accept me. You think, just shave your head, no big deal. But people look at you funny. Thankfully, everybody around me accepted me for me. And that made me feel better. So when I put a wig back on, I still feel good about myself.”
IS IT ALOPECIA OR NORMAL SHEDDING? It’s normal to lose about 50 to 100 hairs a day, but for most people, new hair is growing in at the same time to replace it, according to
Memorial Hermann in
Houston. “Hair is in a constant recycling, with growth, resting and shedding,” said
Christopher Levert Dr. Jennifer Ukwu ,
Dr.
with Memorial Hermann Medical Group.
from Memorial Hermann Medical Group in Pearland said
many people struggle emotionally with this identity change.
“Seventy million people have it, it pops up in the 20s to 30s. What’s most commonly discussed is tension or traction alopecia, which occurs with tight hairstyles over time, and that one’s a little more treatable. Alopecia areata is actually an autoimmune form. There’s no cure,” Dr. Ukwu said.
Ukwu said diet, topical creams or steroids can help slow the progression for some people. However, Webb said embracing it has been the best medicine yet.
In addition to eating a well-rounded diet with adequate protein, experts suggests that people experiencing alopecia get a diagnosis from a boardcertified dermatologist who can perform a biopsy. For Black women, it’s important that they seek a doctor specialized in
African American hair loss ,
because not everyone has equal expertise, she said.
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ALOPECIA 101 What is alopecia? Alopecia
is
a
broad
term
that
What are the types of alopecia? Traction alopecia – Caused by tension on the hair from tight hairstyles and extensions.
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) – A form of scarring alopecia that occurs on the scalp and causes permanent hair loss.
CCCA
almost exclusively
arises among Black women between ages 30 and 55, and research suggests it may afflict as many as 15% of such women.
Autoimmune alopecia
refers
to
any
form
of
hair
loss.
How is it diagnosed? Doctors diagnose alopecia areata by taking a biopsy of the scalp and then sending it to pathologists who study the skin cells under a microscope to determine what may be causing the hair loss. People with alopecia areata are more likely than those who don’t have the condition to develop related conditions, too, such as thyroid disease, diabetes, allergies and asthma.
– Caused
when the immune system starts attacking their hair follicles
Alopecia areata
– The most
common form of hair loss.
What causes alopecia? It’s unclear what causes alopecia areata, but doctors believe it can have a genetic component. If a parent has alopecia areata, for instance, their child has a one to 10 percent chance of developing it too. Alopecia areata can also be triggered by stressful events and by nutritional deficiencies, such as iron deficiency,
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can be any act of violence (accidental or intentional) that results
in an injury to a child. This may include punching, kicking, shaking, stabbing, throwing, biting, choking, burning or hitting (with an hand or an object, like a belt or switch).
Physical abuse can result in: Bruises, blisters, burns, cuts/scratches Internal injuries, possible brain damage Broken bones, sprains, dislocated joints Emotional and psychological harm Lifelong injury and/or death
Signs of physical abuse: Injury to a child who isn’t crawling yet Visible and severe injuries Injuries at different stages of healing on different surfaces of the body that are unexplained or explained in a way that doesn’t make sense Distinctive shapes of bruising and injuries Frequency, timing and history of injuries (frequent, after weekends, vacations, school absences)
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Behavioral signs of physical abuse: Aggression toward peers, pets, animals Seems afraid of parents or other adults Fear, withdrawal, depression, anxiety Wears long sleeves out of season Violent themes in fantasy, art, etc… Nightmares, insomnia Reports injury, severe discipline Immaturity, acting out, emotional and behavior extremes Self-destructive behavior or attitudes
The laws that define child abuse in each state vary, so investigations look different in every state. If you are experiencing any type of abuse or have questions—please feel free to reach out to the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline by calling or texting 1-800-422-4453. Whatever you are feeling is valid and we want to help.
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SKIN CARING TIPS FOR SUMMER
While summer is a beautiful season to unwind, have fun, and wear your bright and colourful dresses, the heat it brings might cause your skin and hair to get dry which is definitely not fun! During the scorching hot summers, air conditioners are crucial if you want to maintain your health. The sun can be damaging and can lead to dehydration, acne and lackluster hair. It's important to take care of yourself during this time in an effort to reduce the risk of these things happening. As the summer hits - here are some tips that will help you in taking care of your skin. Gloomy_ArtistJhen Page
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STAY HYDRATED
The easiest and cheapest way to stay hydrated is by drinking plenty of water on a daily basis.
Not only does it cool your system but cleanse it as well. This means the more you drink, the cleaner you are inside and out.
SUNSCREEN IS YOUR BEST FRIEND
You should always keep sunscreen with you while out and about, especially if you'll be in direct sunlight. Direct exposure to the sun can cause sunburns, skin pigmentation or dark spots which we all want to avoid.
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YES TO WATERPROOF AND LIGHTWEIGHT MAKEUP Lightweight makeup formulas are perfect for the summer. Instead of using liquid foundation, invest in a powder-based one or even a BB cream for SPF, which will give your skin an instant fresh, dewy glow. One of the most important safety measures you can take in the workplace is to avoid panda eyes. Why not do it while also keeping your skin healthy? You can use waterproof mascaras or other water-resistant makeup products, and lip & cheek stains will make sure that your blushes stay serene - for a natural look that still looks fabulous.
CLEANSE, TONE, MOISTURIZE Our pores tend to become more visible during the summer months as skin's natural heat leads to greater perspiration and dirt accumulation. This often results in blackheads and breakouts as dirt and sweat clogs pores, slowing down their cleaning process.
Looking after your skin doesn't have to be complicated - a simple cleanse/tone/moisturize routine is the most basic and effective way to do it.
Gloomy_ArtistJhen
GO FOR NATURAL PRODUCTS
It's always good to consider the ingredients of any beauty or skincare product before you buy and try it. Some trends seem tempting but may not be suitable and safe for your skin type. Herbal products are usually safer and gentler than acne-fighting drugs, which are found in most drug stores and supermarkets. What's even better is that you may already have many of these things in your kitchen pantry or garden so they're easy to use.
There you go! I bet these skin care tips will help you a lot this summer! So ALL THAT'S LEFT TO DO IS have fun! Gloomy_ArtistJhen Page
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WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD), on April 2nd each year shines a bright light on a growing global health crisis.
When enough people care about autism or diabetes or global warming, it helps everyone, even if only a tiny fraction actively participate. -Seth Godin
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Creating Sustainable Independence from Homelessness Mission Statement Family Promise of Clear Creek is a community-based response to family homelessness. We partner with the faith, school and business communities to offer a holistic program designed to empower families to become stable and rebuild their lives to achieve lasting independence. Call us at 832-932-3963 if you or someone you know needs help.
Our Story Churches are on the front lines of knowing what is happening in their community. If someone is looking for help, they will naturally contact their church or several churches in their neighborhood for help. Family Promise of Clear Creek (FPCC) first launched in 2012 thanks to a group of church pastors wanting to help the increasing needs in their communities. Jim Liberatore with St. Andrews Episcopal Church spearheaded this effort where there are currently over 200 Family Promise affiliates across the United States, and the fourth one in the Houston/Gulf Coast Area!
Three months after welcoming our first guest family in 2013, they graduated and remain independent
In 2014, FPCC realized the need to focus on
and in stable housing. This is our goal! We partner
strengthening our foundation, so we made the hard
with families who are homeless or at risk of
decision to close our doors and regroup. Thanks to
becoming homeless by helping them get back on
Steve Sargent, Connie Nyquist, Brent Hughes and
their feet so they can create a stable life for their
George Ranieri, we re-energized our efforts in the
children.
fall of 2016 and welcomed our first guest family in March 2017.
Family homelessness is becoming more and more prevalent in our community. Families with children are the fastest-growing segment of the homeless population making up 35 percent of those who are homeless in the Houston/Gulf Coast. Family Promise is doing everything in our power to end family homelessness….one family at a time. Most of the families we help are just like ours, but they haven’t been able to overcome a difficult situation. That’s where Family Promise can help!
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Since 2017, Family Promise of Clear Creek has served 179 people/52 families in the holistic shelter program. This primary program builds a strong foundation for guest families future by providing shelter, meals, case management, life skills – financial literacy, employment skills, family counseling/parenting classes – transportation and support/mentoring for graduates. We have also partnered with organizations to provide furniture, vehicles and more. With the help of our network of 18 churches and over 800+ volunteers, our families have found futures full of hope and possibility.
When we help parents meet their basic needs and give them the opportunity to create a vision for the future, their dreams of providing a better life for their children are realized. This changes our community and improves the lives of future generations.
Despite the challenges of the COVID pandemic, we have had an amazingly successful year. We were able to assist more than 200 individuals and families each month whose needs didn’t align with our program by giving them the resources to manage their particular issues.
Causes of Family Homelessness • Lack of affordable housing – The most prevalent cause • Unemployment – Losing a job or even hours, especially at minimum wage • Family break-up – When a guardian leaves the family, income often goes with them
• Education barriers – Finding a job that pays enough to make the rent • Medical crises – Illness or injury, big or small, that causes a guardian to miss work
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Family
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