February 10, 2012
Story from the New York Times about how homelessness in American is changing: http://nyti.ms/zGHGwH A California woman left a legacy to ensure people who were homeless in her community could get the…
February 3, 2012
The Violence Against Women Act is up to be reauthorized this year in Congress: http://huff.to/ydYPAS The closing of one local organization means victims of domestic violence will have fewer options…
February 1, 2012
Today I walked through Calvary’s new building on Good Hope Road. The windows were being installed in the bedrooms and the electrician was wiring the kitchen for power. After months of preparation, i…
January 27, 2012
At a time when the country has seen a decrease in the number of homeless veterans overall, the number of female veterans who are homeless has more than doubled: http://on.msnbc.com/xTcTqg Ever wonde…
January 24, 2012
We are happy to start off 2012 with great news about Calvary Women’s Services’ program expansion! The permits have been approved for the renovation of our building on Good Hope Road, and construct…
January 20, 2012
Homelessness in America was down 1% this year, but the good news may not last long: http://reut.rs/zg2kCY. You can read the full report from the National Alliance to End Homelessness (here). Locally,…
January 17, 2012
Eventually You’ll Emerge Stronger. Barbara Koroma reinforces this message of hope to the women at Pathways and Calvary Women’s Shelter during her self-esteem groups. As coordinator of the Life Ski…
January 13, 2012
Local mental health services are still having trouble keeping up with the need: http://bit.ly/zAdzAD There’s been a startling rise in violence against people who are homeless in California: http://…
January 10, 2012
2011 was a big year for Calvary Women’s Services. We celebrated many successes and have much more to look forward to. Before we move too far into the new year, we wanted to share a few memorable hig…