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Now He Can Say, “I am Shimoy!”

Saying Goodbye to Shimoy the Rancher In another life, Shimoy was a rancher of goats, camels, and cows. He insists that he loved all the animals equally, keeping no favorites. The land was beautiful and green, situated between the two largest rivers in Somalia....

Holiday Volunteering at Our Saviour’s Housing

Many Ways to Help There are many ways to support our emergency shelter guests and Permanent Supportive Housing residents this holiday season. Whether you’re looking to volunteer individually or with a group, we have a variety of options to choose from. Thank you for...

Housing Plan Success

This month, we are celebrating a big win at Our Saviour’s Housing. As of October 13th, all 17 of our shelter residents have completed a housing plan. That means that each shelter resident has a viable unit or housing option that, if the process goes smoothly with no...

Service Learning at the English Learning Center

If you or someone you know is looking for a site to earn service learning hours, consider the English Learning Center! We welcome students interested in working with adult learners who are building their English skills. Volunteers can sign up to teach on a regular...

Medical Respite Pilot Extended

At Our Saviour’s Community Services, we know there is a strong connection between health and home. Access to healthcare improves housing stability, and housing is healthcare. We are proud to share that our 4-month medical respite pilot initiative has been extended...

Provide Base Kits for Residents

Our Permanent Supportive Housing residents are so excited to have their own place, some after years of experiencing homelessness. But limited budgets make it tough for them to afford the essential items that make their house a home. You can help by purchasing supplies...

ELC Class Options Double for Fall

For a year and a half, the physical classrooms and hallways of the English Learning Center remained strangely quiet. At first, it was hard not knowing how long the quarantine would last or whether our online curriculum would remain useful beyond a few months. Then, as...