Transformation Program Graduate – Shawn
Shawn came to our Emergency Shelter after losing his job due to the pandemic. He’d heard about the Allentown Rescue Mission and decided we’d be able to help him get back on his feet. Our Transformation Program was exactly what he needed. Our program helped him develop compassion for others, be more mindful, and improve his […]
Transformation Program Graduate – DaQuan
Thi is DaQuan, one of the latest Transformation Program graduates. Before coming to us, DaQuan was “lost in his own mind” and was emotionally drained and taken advantage of by someone he considered a friend. “I hadn’t heard about the Mission before. Someone recommended I come here, and it was one of the best decisions […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Amair
Meet this week’s Transformation Program graduate, Amair. He stayed with us back in 2019, so he knew where to go for help when his housing situation became tenuous. When Amair saw that his roommates weren’t the type of people he should surround himself with, he came to our Emergency Shelter to plan his next steps. […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Joseph
Joseph was living with his sister and her husband, but when his living arrangement became untenable, he needed a place to go. One of his friends was staying with us and recommended us to get Joseph back on his feet. In our Emergency Shelter, Joseph received immediate care and attention. Soon he joined our Transformation […]
Transformation Program Graduate – AJ
Depression and his breakup with his fiancé led AJ back to our Emergency Shelter. He’d spent time with us back in 2009, so he knew this was a safe place to get his bearings. “I was not happy. I had no plans for the future” recalls, AJ. He came back and re-enrolled in our Transformation […]
Transformation Program Graduate – George
After George lost his job, his roommate kicked him out of their apartment. With nowhere to stay, he returned to our Emergency Shelter. We’re never happy to see men return to homelessness, but we’re always glad to help them as many times as they need. George knew he would find safe housing, good meals, and […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Eric
Meet today’s Transformation Program graduate, Eric. After some legal trouble, his caseworker recommended he come to us for help. “My life before was filled with alcohol, job jumping, and problems. But living at the Allentown Rescue Mission has been a great experience.” Eric affirmed. Eric began his journey with us in the Emergency Shelter. There […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Austin
When he lost his home, Austin stayed in motels and worked 12 hour days. He wanted to get back on his feet as quickly as possible, but he overexerted himself and passed out from low blood sugar. Austin explained his situation to the nurse at his job, and she told him about the Allentown Rescue […]
Success Story – Joe
“The Allentown Rescue Mission renewed my faith.” Joe had been in recovery for nearly 15 years and was spending his days ministering to others who struggle with addiction. Then, without warning, his world came crashing down around him. “I was a live-in supervisor at a rescue mission and, right before COVID hit, they let me […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Antoine
Antoine lost his job and had to return to our facility. While we hope that the men we help never have to suffer from homelessness again, we’re always happy to give a hand to them when they need it. So when Antoine’s financial struggles became too much, we welcomed him to our Emergency Shelter. Having […]