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Sanchez Family
The Sanchezes were a very close family. It was normal for the family to spend holidays, birthdays and other special events together. Each occasion was a time for the family to share a home-cooked meal, lots of laughs and great conversations about current events. However, all of the laughs stopped about two years ago when the family’s patriarch, Joe, was diagnosed with a terminal illness. Joe, 72 years of age, was retired from a transportation company. He and his wife Zelda were married for more than 40 years and raised three children. Due to [...]
Theft Won’t Rob This Classroom Aide’s Hope
Sharon Green loves her job as a part-time classroom aide. She works with special needs students. Sharon smiles each time she tells us stories about her students and how much joy they bring to her every day. Recently, Sharon was a victim of theft. The crime not only robbed her of her dignity, but left her without funds to pay her rent. Between borrowing from family members and using her nearly depleted savings, she was able to replace the stolen rent. However, this circumstance left her unable to pay her utility bill. Then the inevitable happened. Sharon soon [...]
Father of four fell on hard times. Homefirst got him back on his feet!
After losing his job, Frank, the father of four children, fell on hard times. Not being able to recover from this setback, Frank and his children were unfortunately evicted from their home and forced to temporarily move his children in with his mother while he found a solution. On a mission to reunite with his family, Frank went back to school to obtain his barber’s license and was able to transition into working on a full-time basis. His pursuit to rebuild did not end there. He contacted the Homefirst for assistance with a security deposit for an apartment. Perseverance, and [...]
Remember Our Teachers and Caregivers
Sharon* loves her job as a part-time classroom aide. She works with special needs students. Sharon smiles each time she tells us stories about her students and how much joy they bring to her every day. Recently, Sharon was a victim of theft. The crime not only robbed her of her dignity, but left her without funds to pay her rent. Between borrowing from family members and using her nearly depleted savings, she was able to replace the stolen rent. However, this circumstance left her unable to pay her utility bill. Then the inevitable happened. Sharon soon received a shut-off [...]
Escaping Domestic Violence, Homefirst Helps A Mom and Her Family
Meet Jessica, a 44-year-old mother of three who was trapped in an abusive relationship. When an order of protection couldn’t ensure her safety and peace of mind, she went on the run in fear for her life. But with no place to go, Jessica moved from town to town and slept in her car in an effort to evade her abuser. A local social services agency gave her a long list of resources that eventually led Jessica to Homefirst. It was the only place on that long list that offered Jessica the support she needed to get on the road [...]
For Our Families ~ Back-to-School FREE Book Bag Event
Join Homefirst on Saturday, August 24, 2019 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm for our Back-to-School Free Book Bag Event. Free book bags and school clothing will be distributed in collaboration with Bianca F.L.O.W.E.R.S., Inc. on-site.
From Homeless Shelter to Stable Living
Meet Ms. Denise, age 51. Follow her journey as she shares how she went from a shelter to stable living. At a young age, Ms. Denise remembers leaving her home to start a life in the city of Elizabeth. Life on her own proved to be difficult so she sought shelter at the YMCA.
Homefirst Announcement!
Wine and Dine is a fundraiser that will provide direct financial assistance to families in need.
Homefirst's 2019 Mid-Year Appeal
For more than 30 years, Homefirst has championed the cause of affordable housing and advocated valiantly for families and individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Our goal has been to make sure they have a place where they can feel they belong.
Celebrating Families ~ News from Homefirst
We were honored to share this special day with all the deserving Moms to let her know how much she's loved and appreciated. Mothers and their families were treated to brunch at the Homefirst Family Support Center and all Moms received a basket of pampering gift items.
Homefirst Wine Tasting & Pairing
Wine & Dine is July 25th. Join Us!
Make-A-Splash-Swimathon to Benefit Homefirst
Every year Sophie Braun and her family and friends work hard to raise money for Homefirst through this swim-a-thon.