Hearts & Hands for the Homeless

What services do you provide to the homeless or to those at risk of homelessness?

H.E.R.O. stands for: H symbolizes our assistance with finding emergency shelter/HOUSING and having HOPE; E stands for help with finding EMPLOYMENT options or EDUCATIONAL opportunities; R stands for RECOVERY; and O is for all of the OPPORTUNITIES we can help people find to suit their unique situations and individualized needs with focused case management services.

H.E.R.O. is concerned with helping individuals, families, and communities to enhance their individual and collective well-being. It aims to help people develop their skills and their ability to use their own resources and those of the community to resolve problems. Our focus is with individual and personal problems, but also with broader social issues such as poverty, unemployment, addiction and domestic violence.

H.E.R.O. provides case management for services relative to people seeking housing assistance or emergency shelter, food pantry programs, information about training programs for employment or educational opportunities, resources for addiction issues and recovery, assistance with obtaining state identification, and aid in understanding mental health services, legal services and veterans services that might be available to them. We strive to help the individual build a network that is supportive and effective for them and the unique and personal challenges they face.

What population do you serve?

Homeless and those in poverty.

Please describe any opportunities you have for volunteers to assist your mission.

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Is this opportunity for individuals or groups?

either.

Is there an age restriction for volunteers?

No.

Is this a one time or recurring opportunity?

recurring.

Are there any special experience or skills needed?

Respect those you encounter.

Will training be provided?

yes.

How far in advance should someone reach out to sign up?

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Please add any additional information that is important to know.

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What type of in-kind donations would help you fulfill your mission?

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How can someone arrange a drive for you to collect these items?

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What is the best time of year you need these items?

Winter.

Are there any other needs you have that you would like to share with potential volunteers or donors?

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