story-type: Stories of Hope

“Without the Mission, I’d be homeless or dead” Michael thought he had a plan. As a single father, he lost his job after needing to take time off to care for his son, which led to their eviction. With nowhere else to turn, he imagined living under a bridge by the river, even planning to…

“We feel safe now” When Blanca found herself homeless her first thought was the same as always: protect her young children. Forced to the streets after an ex-partner’s attempts to harm her, Blanca knew they needed help to survive. Blanca came to City Rescue Mission hoping for a hot meal and safe beds for herself…