Since we have the bunk bed completed (know any kids that need a bed?), we took a feild trip out to Dennis's shelter to meet with Sharon. We heard a bit more of her story. She looked much better, having showered and cleaned her clothes and getting a good night sleep in a warm house.
Dennis has an open bed at the woman's House of Hope. I am going to cover her rent for the first two months to giver her some time and space to work on addressing the obstacles that are in the way of work.
Priorities: clothing, including scrubs, update CPR certification ($30), bus pass ($40 for month), networking for a job, primary care appointment for health care, get in with a group for social support that can replace the relationships she will be losing from leaving the streets.
Sharon is willing to let us come along side her, although she admitted that it is difficult for her.
She looked like she hadn't had a hug in a while. Tonight, she got some.
It is amazing to watch a group of guys love on her without judging her. Riding the Wind.
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