Meet Mary, a resilient mother of seven. When our team arrived at her home to deliver beds, we found her shaken after a recent break-in attempt. While providing beds for her children, our Vincentians also offered the comfort and reassurance she needed in that moment. Later, when Mary moved, the lightweight, collapsible bed frames made the transition easier for her family.

Janine, a young woman working in food service, lives with her teenage brother and their mother, who relies on Social Security disability income. Recently, their family faced a crisis when Janine’s mother became a victim of identity theft, causing their disability checks to be diverted. With no savings to cover their rent, they fell behind and were threatened with eviction. Support from the St. Vincent de Paul Society allowed them to cover their rent and avoid homelessness.

At age 89, John is retired. He lives with and cares for his 102-year-old mother. Together, their main source of income is social security. Visiting our food pantry when their budget gets tight due to many health care expenses frees up their resources to pay their rent and stay in their home.