He feels like he’s living in luxury. This Army Veteran is enjoying life as a father to a 3 year old and husband to his Ukrainian wife. His everyday life is routine and calm–and Tyler celebrates that gift of every day. As the son of a Vietnam Marine, the grandson of a...
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Summer Schooling at Opportunity House
Like most 13-year-olds, Elliot had plans for his summer break. It included a cross-country trip with his family and grandparents, spending time at the pool, playing video games and soccer. In addition to his fun plans, he also had to fulfill community service hours...
Re:Creation Room Helps Clients Start Anew
When clients come to Opportunity House, they are in survival mode. Looking at Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, they need shelter and then a sense of safety. Until those needs are met, they are often unable to focus on any other need or goal. The Re:Creation room...
Patrick’s Story of Homelessness
It was a normal day for Patrick’s family. He was busy making dinner for his wife and family. He heard a thump and went upstairs to make sure everything was ok. It was not. Iris, his wife of 7 years, was on the floor and Patrick started CPR. The ambulance arrived,...
Our Special Window of Opportunity that Changed Her Life
For 6-year-old Jazsmine, a window at Opportunity House looked out to a view far beyond her imagination. The window was located in a family room that housed Jazsmine’s family. She slept on the top bunk and her sister on the bottom bunk. Her mom and brother used the...
Opportunity House Senior Resident Patrick
A senior resident is a person who was a client of the Shelter and now lives in permanent housing. He serves as a model to current shelter clients to encourage them on their journey to becoming stably housed. Meet Opportunity House Senior Resident Patrick When and why...
Opportunity House Senior Resident Val
Meet Opportunity House Senior Resident Val A senior resident is a person who was a client of the Opportunity House Shelter and now lives in permanent housing. He serves as a model to current shelter clients to encourage them on their journey to becoming stably...
Opportunity House Celebrates Richard’s 5 Year Anniversary
Name: Richard Department/Job title: Driver for Opportunity House Shelter Clients Years of Service: 5 years Family: Opportunity House 5 Fun Facts About Richard Favorite food:...
Opportunity House Celebrates Kimberly’s 5 Year Anniversary
Name: Kimberly Department: Lancaster County Supportive Services for Veteran Families Case Manager Years of Service: 5 Describe your family: Three kids, 2 sons Justin and Carmelo, and one daughter, Natalie. I have 3 dogs Remy, China and Meek and 1 annoying...
Opportunity House Senior Resident Cyrus
Meet Opportunity House Senior Resident Cyrus A senior resident is a person who was a client of the Opportunity House Shelter and now lives in permanent housing. He serves as a model to current shelter clients to encourage them on their journey to becoming stably...