Transformation Program Graduate – Michael H.
Recent Transformation Program graduate Michael H. recalls a “good life” when he enjoyed success owning his own construction business and later a graphic design business. However, the last few years have been filled with turmoil and struggles for Michael. Michael experienced severe health issues that cost him his livelihood and his independence. Persisting health problems, […]
Transformation Program Graduation
The Transformation Program is an essential step in rehabilitating the homeless men that come to us for help. It teaches them life skills, provides spiritual guidance, and puts the men on the road to independence and success. The latest group to successfully go through the program distinguished themselves right from the start. They displayed a […]
New Chapter – Shalimar
Shalimar has returned to the Allentown Rescue Mission to start a new chapter in life. Shalimar graduated from the Transformation Program and worked on the Clean Team Workforce a few years ago; however, he lost his job due to the pandemic. After falling behind on rent for a few months, he lost his apartment and […]
New Chapter – James
After getting in trouble with the law, James was left in limbo without a home. So he came to our Emergency Shelter to start a new chapter of his life. James was very quiet at first, but perked up when he heard about our Transformation Program. He is excited at the prospect of learning the […]
New Chapter – Anthony
There’s always a new chapter in the story of our life. We see them every day and we’re happy to offer men in need a fresh start. Whether they need our help for the first time, or if they’ve returned for more help. We’ll always give homeless men willing to work hard the opportunity to […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Nick
Nick moved to the United States from Puerto Rico at the age of 17. As a teenager, Nick made some bad decisions that ultimately landed him in jail. But after being released, he straightened out his life. He found a job, met a woman, and got married. Nick’s life was progressing smoothly until a back […]
Success Story – Lee T.
“I was living on the streets, feeling so down…”
Transformation Program Graduate – Ben S.
One can say that recent Transformation Program graduate, Ben S., has come a long way in his life, literally and figuratively. Ben’s story begins in South Vietnam, where he was born, and immediately placed in an orphanage. Ben, to this day, does not know his biological parents, their story, and why they could not care […]
Success Story – Ken V.
Past surgeries have left Ken, a veteran, with limited ability to work. He lost his home and came to us for help. We’re assisting him with case management, helping him apply for veteran benefits, and helping him get medical insurance so that he can get back on his feet. In the meantime, Ken’s joined the […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Francisco B.
Growing up in Reading, Francisco had a good life; he was raised by his mother and, as a child, he loved playing outdoors. Things changed however when he went to high school. He lost interest in school work. Francisco acknowledges he got in with the “wrong crowd”, and began partying. Eventually, he dropped out of […]