by Marina Blandino | Apr 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Earl’s Place case manager, Jim Carey is our guest writer this month. People love glory stories. You know the stories of the “homeless” person who pulled themself up by the bootstraps. They got an education, a job, a car, bought a house, and lived happily ever...
by Marina Blandino | Apr 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
We would appreciate your input. Would you please take a minute or two to complete a short survey. Thank you for your time and for being a partner with us. TAKE THE...
by Marina Blandino | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
I recently heard someone say that they wished we could have just skipped January this year. I can relate at least a little. Maybe you can, too. I think most of us were hoping 2022 would be magically different somehow. We’re tired. We want to get back to...
by Sheila Helgerson | Nov 30, 2021 | Monthly Missive
Erika McClammy, Board Secretary I recently saw a photo that summed up my thoughts perfectly: One person named “Still Processing 2020” is running but can see another runner, “2022 in two months”, quickly gaining on them. If you are like me, you too ran in a zigzag...
by Sheila Helgerson | Oct 30, 2021 | Monthly Missive, Uncategorized
Ed moved to his apartment last week. He was nervous and excited. Now, a week or so later, he is so happy! He loves it. He has stopped by several times to stay connected and have breakfast, with Gregory, a current resident. As he says, “I’m an alum...
by Sheila Helgerson | Sep 30, 2021 | Monthly Missive
John, a current resident, is featured in our Fall Housing Matters newsletter. He is beside himself and so excited to share his story. He has already shared copies with his therapist, his 12- Step program, his sponsor, and others. This morning he said, “No more...
by Sheila Helgerson | Aug 30, 2021 | Monthly Missive, Uncategorized
According to an article with the Associated Press, for the first time in nearly two decades, only half of U.S. households donated to a charity, according to a study released Tuesday. (Study: Only half of households gave to charity) I am so grateful not only that you...
by Sheila Helgerson | Jul 10, 2021 | Monthly Missive
If you’re reading this, you’re likely already a supporter of Cornerstone Community Housing (CCH) in some way. Do you remember when or how you were introduced to this amazing organization? For me, it was the 2015 Resolution Run, followed by an open house at Earl’s...
by Sheila Helgerson | Jun 25, 2021 | Monthly Missive, Uncategorized
“A family is a circle of friends that love you.” Last Thursday, June 11, was Michael’s 80th birthday. Michael has been a resident of Earl’s Place since June 24th of last year. Michael has a son who lives abroad and two granddaughters who he has not seen in quite some...
by Marina Blandino | May 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
I often talk about Earl’s Place, but not as often about our second program, Prospect Place. Both programs provide supportive housing to men experiencing homelessness, but there are differences. Earl’s Place is transitional housing where the men may stay up to two...
