Homeless Service Center: April 2012

Friday, April 13, 2012

St. Anselm College students are connecting with our guests for end-of-year donations.
"Linda" got a full-time job in her field, third shift.
"Steve" got a part-time job, and he's been smiling ever since.
Today we said "Thank You!!" and Farewell" to Amy Lamy whose other job went full-time; a new assistant is expected to start next week.
Chris Emerson, manager at the Homeless Service Center received the St. Anselm's President's Award for Community Partnerships at the NH College & University Councils President's Awards luncheon.
"Steve" got his birth certificate, the key to getting an ID and a job!

“Tim” got a one-bedroom apartment; his job has stabilized well.
We thank Special Olympics for donating muffins and cupcakes.
“Curly” got a place in local supportive housing. “I needed help,” he said.
Jean Jacques reports we provided 15 haircuts provided by two beauticians.
A community friend donated a rolling duffle bag, now part of a work incentive program.

Gov. Lynch came to visit today.
After several serious setbacks, “Nick” pursued and landed another job.
“Sean” is moving to a treatment facility elsewhere in the state. “I gotta do it.”
“Rudy,” off his meds and worried, asked for mental health help; Dave stepped right in.
A local laundromat posts our info, and eight people have contacted us for help.