Just out of jail, Jessica had endured a series of events that left her completely hopeless. Jessica’s Story of Hope on YouTube In 2007, Jessica lost custody of her two older sons. Soon after, she gave up her baby boy for adoption. Her motherhood had been taken away, and she was completely lost. “I…
Read MoreAt just 13 years old, Steven ran away from home to live on his own in Los Angeles. But the streets of Hollywood are no place for a kid. Steven’s Story of Hope on YouTube Desperate for money, Steven got caught up in the sex industry. Drugs and alcohol consumed him. “I slept on…
Read MoreThree of our 2011 “New Life Recovery” graduates are celebrating great strides into a bright future. Maria* has housing, a job and is going to school to further her education. Cindy has both housing and employment. Watch Cindy’s video story of hope. Eddie has a job and is back on his feet. Watch…
Read MoreJohn’s addiction estranged him from his family for many years. Until an extraordinary set of circumstances brought him back in touch with his mother. John’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Even after John graduated from our New Life Recovery program, there were relationships in his life that he wanted to mend. Your support doesn’t…
Read MoreKevin’s legs were paralyzed. His liver and pancreas were shutting down from excessing drinking. His alcohol addiction was killing him. Watch Kevin’s feature story produced by KPTV FOX 12 to see his remarkable recovery. (Video embedded below. Or watch at: http://www.kptv.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=6435288 )
Read MoreChris has always loved movies — the escape they brought him from the reality of anger and abuse at home. Chris’ Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) But as an adult, Chris was far from the movie hero he wanted to be. Addiction destroyed any bit of happiness — his marriage, his ability to be a…
Read MoreExecutive Director Eric Bauer answers common questions about Portland’s homeless population on Comcast’s “Newsmakers” video segment. Who are Portland’s homeless? Why are they homeless? What can we do to end homelessness? Watch the video embedded below or at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DO6-vhGyzt0
Read MorePhilip had failed so many times, he didn’t believe his life was worth anything. Philip’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) From the first drink he took at age 14, Philip felt comfort as alcohol washed away his deep emotional pain. But the addiction and his own self-loathing destroyed decades of his life. At Portland…
Read MoreAt just 13 years old, Danielle was already being pulled down by meth and alcohol. Homelessness, depression and suicide attempts followed soon after. Danielle’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) As Danielle wandered the streets of Portland, a kind woman embraced her and told her she was loved. “I didn’t know I needed to hear that,”…
Read MoreIn our New Life Recovery Ministry, hurting people find a refuge of healing for mind, body and soul — a total life recovery. Exercise Helps Provide Total Life Recovery (video) (Quicktime Version) MIND – The Learning Center furthers education and prepares men and women for future employment. Volunteer tutors provide individualized instruction to help residents…
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