The following is a letter I wrote for a newsletter at the sober living house where I am residing…
Women’s Center seeks services to help homeless domestic abuse survivors
November 28, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Women trying to escape abusive relationships are often left with little to no options for claiming their independence. The Women’s Center of Greater Danbury offers therapeutic services and support for those seeking shelter, but the services available in the community are inadequate for the extent of help that is needed.
Western’s student nurses take on homelessness
October 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Western’s student nurses got a glimpse of what it’s like to be homeless at Danbury’s City Shelter on Thursday. The Community Health Nursing program exposes students to the full range of people they will encounter in healthcare. The program focuses on visiting nursing to care for the health of the community at large. Orientations include the City Shelter, rotations in schools, hospices, and the senior center.
Danbury’s City Shelter Rehabilitates the Homeless
October 21, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Danbury’s City Shelter is more like a rehabilitation center than a place to rest one’s head. In comparison to other shelters in the area, which are solely focused on providing shelter for the night, the City Shelter offers a structured system of services to assist the process of recovering from homelessness.
Dorothy Day challenges homeless stereotypes
September 25, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Wild accusations and ongoing legal disputes are no deterrent for over 30 organizations and churches that volunteer their time at Dorothy Day Hospitality House.
