 This is a very difficult post for us to write, as we lost our dear friend and a miracle, Chuck. We've known Chuck for 7 years and served him while he was homeless. Our volunteers loved seeing his face at outreaches every week, he was always polite and kind; he loved to participate in our Bible studies. He became a friend to many in our organization.
Specifically our volunteers Eric and Debbie have been helping Chuck navigate out of homelessness, and in 2020 we moved him into his own apartment in Livermore. Chuck has been dealing with many health issues, and most of 2022 he has spent in and out of the hospital. His passing away still caught us off guard, we will miss his presence and insight at our Bible studies. Our volunteers are clearing out his apartment and taking care of his belongings according to his will. We love you Chuck and hope to see you in heaven one day!
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 Maurice was fighting homelessness for 3 years while living in his car. Due to disability his income became very limited, and his options quickly dissipated. Instead of despair, he endured this season of his life with joyfulness and gratitude.
CityServe was able to find a perfect housing opportunity for Maurice, and we were so excited to partner to cover his move-in costs. We always enjoy Maurice's cheerfulness and thankfulness. Our volunteers gathered furniture and household items to help make Maurice's apartment a home. He said: "I'm so happy I have a roof over my head! I'm glad I don't have to spend another winter in my car, and my kid gets to visit me in my home!"  Today we mourned the loss of one of our miracles, Beverly, but we celebrated her life with other service providers and her friends. Sadly we don't have Beverly's photo, she was not a fan of taking pictures. We wish we could show you her beautiful blue eyes and her smile!
We met Beverly a few years ago at one of our outreaches, she was homeless, yet still working a job and providing excellent service with a smile. With her enduring and positive attitude, you would never know this woman was homeless. That is sadly the reality of a lot of our miracles here in the Tri-Valley. Many neighbors are unaware of just how many are struggling or without a home right here in our backyard. 4 months ago a housing opportunity opened up for Beverly, and we teamed up with CityServe to cover her deposit for a tiny home at Goodness Village. She was SO HAPPY to have her own tiny home! She passed away unexpectedly and well before her time, but we thank God she was surrounded by friends, she was safe and sound, and she enjoyed her home for the last few months. We are grateful to God for her life, and that we were able to be a small part of her story. Thank you all for supporting our neighbors in need by joining our mission. Their lives matter, and Beverly was loved and supported because of caring people like you. |
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