The men residing in our emergency shelter all have one thing in common. They each have an individual need which we need to address. As an example, we recently had a gentleman who arrived at the mission due to having lost his apt. He indicated he had a full time job which he’s had for several years. His big need was to catch up on his child support. We have agreed to allow him to stay as long as he can show proof of child support payments on an agreed schedule. This is a win win situation where by his family is helped as well as this resident is allowed a place to stay until which time he can afford his own place

Persistence pays off for Peter who joined our Bridge to Life program in August of 2008. Peter’s story is similar to many others who find drugs and alcohol have taken over their life. Peter, unable to kick his dependence, came to City rescue for the sole purpose of getting his life turned around.

Upon graduating from the program, Peter enrolled in ATI training center where he began classes to be a dental assistant. He will complete his schooling on June 4th and has a good opportunity for employment upon graduation.

Peter has been sober for 1year and 9 months and attributes his success to the time he has spent with the Bridge to Life program.