Transformation Program Graduate – Jon D.
Jon D. was living in a tent in the woods when he suffered a major heart attack. After being treated at the hospital, he was issued a defibrillator vest to monitor his heart which is currently functioning at only 30 percent. According to Jon, when the hospital was looking for a place for him to […]
Clean Team Workforce Initiative Restores Mobility and Dignity
The Allentown Rescue Mission proudly announces the launch of its newest program, Wheelchairs to the Rescue. Men employed by the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce operate the Wheelchairs to the Rescue program. They acquire wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches through property and estate cleanouts, as well as public donations, and donate them to Joni and […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for May
The Allentown Rescue Mission announced its Clean Team Workforce’s Employee of the Month for May, Darren S. Darren graduated from the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Transformation Program in April 2023 and has been working for the Clean Team Workforce for just over a month. Darren proved immediately that he was an asset to the team. Within […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Alfredo G.
Alfredo G. stayed at the Allentown Rescue Mission once before but left because he was having medical issues with his leg. He eventually needed to go to physical therapy for his leg and lost his job as a result. At that point, Alfredo found himself back on the street with no family in the area […]
Join us in supporting the DeSales Free Clinic at the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community
Join us in supporting the DeSales Free Clinic at the Highmark Annual 5K Walk for a Healthy Community on June 3rd! Check-in starts at 7:45am, walk begins at 9am at DeSales University. Donate to provide medical supplies, medications, and clinic maintenance. 100% of donations go to the clinic. Donations over $30 get a free t-shirt!
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for March
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce announced its Employee of the Month for March, John H. John originally graduated from the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Transformation Program in 2018 and worked for the Clean Team Workforce. Even though John was a hard worker, anxiety and depression took over his life and he decided to leave […]
The Allentown Rescue Mission Pays Tribute to a Long-Time Friend
The Allentown Rescue Mission last week honored a long-time volunteer and friend of the Mission, Frances Kryzan, who recently passed away. Fran faithfully volunteered in the Mission’s kitchen and supported all the men she served on the food line. Frances volunteered at the Allentown Rescue Mission along with other members of the Outreach Committee at […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Christopher S.
Before coming to the Allentown Rescue Mission, Christopher S. was without housing and adopted a nomadic lifestyle. He began his homeless journey in Missouri. From Missouri, he walked to Arkansas and then to Tennessee. From Tennessee, he got a ride to Maryland and then finished his journey by walking to Pennsylvania where he found the […]
Transformation Program Graduate – Jason M.
Jason M. lived with his parents and helped out around the house because he was unable to afford rent on his own. In 2019, Jason’s mother passed away, leaving him devastated. A short time later, in 2021, his father also passed, and Jason felt he had “no one to rely on.” Amid his grief, the […]
Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for February
The Allentown Rescue Mission congratulates its Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for February, James F. James worked for the Clean Team Workforce in 2015 after he graduated from the Transformation Program. He remained employed by the Clean Team Workforce for almost a year to save money for rent and to secure a job […]