Catholic Charities New Hope Apartments:
A Transitional Housing Program for
Homeless Families—March Update
Family #30 Our mom has made great progress with her
goals. New Hope is so happy that she has
begun working on her GED with a program
that’s designed for people with learning
disabilities. She found this resource, called the Living Free Program, on her own. The program needs to be completed in 90 days and our mom is very excited because she wants to pursue a license in cosmetology.
She is still saving! With the help of her tax refund, she has plans to reinstate her license and buy an affordable car. Her children are stable and happy!
Goals:
● Save up at least 3 month’s rent by saving her IRS tax refund.
● Obtain her GED.
● Apply for low income housing.
● Obtain her driver’s license by paying off outstanding debts.
Family #31 This mom is certainly on the right track and doing well reaching her goals. New Hope asked her to speak at a recent New Hope Fundraiser due to the progress she is making. She recently purchased a car and no longer has to pay for an Uber or friends to take her places. Having her own transportation has brought a sense of relief for our mom and the children. She was offered a promotion to become a full-time manager. She is currently learning the additional skills needed for her new position.
School is going well, however, she had to drop two classes because of her work trip. She reported that she missed out on important classes which she could not make up so she will re-enroll next semester. Unfortunately, this pushes her graduation date back, but she could not miss her job training trip.
Goals:
● Save up at least 3 month’s rent by saving her IRS tax refund.
● Attend work and school as scheduled.
● Apply for low income housing.
New Hope would like to thank the Peace and Justice Cluster Parishes for all the support that they have extended to these families. May God continue to bless you for all you do for New Hope.