by | Feb 18, 2020 | Client Profiles
Chantil (left) is a wonderful young lady looking for a brighter future, and it first started with her moving out from a transitional home at Marie’s House of Serenity into a new home of her own. While her demeanor was quiet and nervous, her eyes and smile said...
by UMSI Team | Jan 21, 2020 | Car Repair, Client Profiles
Marilynn works as a home health aide, a job that is very dependent on having a reliable source of transportation. She has been experiencing car trouble for years, and eventually, her car broke down completely. In fear of losing her job, she reached out to us for help....
by Laurie Sternberg | Sep 11, 2019 | Cars, Client Profiles
Thierry was a part of Circles’ first cohort when he was at work when his car was totaled in a hit and run a city over from his home. This was devastating. The car was not only used to get him around for work and for his immediate family, but he also takes his father...
by Laurie Sternberg | Jun 24, 2019 | Client Profiles, Emergency Assistance
Cherie found out about Friends in Deed in April when she got out of prison. When she was released, she was able to find a job; but she wasn’t able to afford the shoes she needed to work there. Thankfully, Catholic Social Services was able to put her in touch with...
by Laurie Sternberg | Apr 2, 2019 | Circles, Client Profiles, Volunteer & Staff News
Interested in how the Circles program works? DeAnna (Leader) and Pete (Ally) graciously agreed to share their experience through Journal Entries.
by Laurie Sternberg | Dec 18, 2018 | Client Profiles, Emergency Assistance, Spotlight
Hey, just wanted to share this with you guys. Your generosity helped me with $200 of the $300 cost for the tires and allowed me to pass the Lyft inspection. This allows me to have another reliable form of income. I am very thankful for your help. ~ Ramone