Unwantedness
Tom (assumed name) was 14 when he showed up at our Resource Center about seven months ago. When I asked him about his home life, he shared that no one missed him when he was gone. While at our Center, he was quiet, respectful and appreciative of our service. A couple...
Moving Forward!
James (assumed name) and his girlfriend showed up about 6 months ago, coming from Portland looking for a fresh start. James was clearly beaten down, frustrated and discouraged, but had not yet given up hope. Both he and his girlfriend were very respectful and...
Is it a choice?
“Chris (assumed name), why are you on the streets”? “Well, my Mom kept hitting me and I was getting close to hitting her back, so I felt like I needed to leave.” Come to find out, this has happened pretty frequently, and his Mom has been charged with domestic violence...
I need some shoes!
“Do you think you help me get some shoes I’m at work and I’ve been working with them blowin out walking on the side and my feet hurt so bad I’ve been working and trying to get some but didn’t have enough and have to get something the new baby needed But my feet hurt...
All I had to do was ask?
David (assumed name) has been a somewhat regular guest for a year or so. While we don’t know a lot of his story, we do know he’s pretty driven to get off the street, he’s very respectful and appreciative of our service, and he just turned 18. A few weeks ago he was...
In Search of Cat Litter
We have a small group of our guests’ who have several cats “together”. They keep these cats in a large crate with a litter box, which certainly needs regular attention! So, due to strong odor coming from the box, I offered to buy them some cat litter. This was as much...
A Full Service Resource Center!
While the focal points of service at our Resource Center include food, clothing, showers, laundry, computer access, lockers and a safe place off the streets, there is so much more we provide in caring for and assisting our young guests. These include: Car Parts Pet...
A Very Important Partnership!
“Brad, I’m very depressed and really need some help”, John (assumed name) shared with me. After trying to encourage him and discussing professional counseling, I realized we must do a better job of providing for our young guest’s mental health needs. Our staff and...
From Chaos to Peace
This week I was reminded how much a stable place to sleep can improve someone's outlook on life. Greg (assumed name) has been living in his car for the past few months. He was very grateful to find our Resource Center and all we offer, especially to have a place to...
Upping the Expectations
When one of our young guests turns 25, we “up the expectations” in order to continue to access our services. As we serve ages 16 - 24 with very little in the way of expectations to move forward, at age 25 we turn up the heat. Sometimes it works and sometimes it...
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Mailing Address:
834 Monroe Street
Eugene, OR 97402
Resource Center Physical Address:
(Inside the church on 8th & Monroe)
834 Monroe Street
Eugene, OR 97402
Most Urgent Needs
- YOU: Volunteers
- Monthly Support (Donations)
- Winter Garments (esp. coats)
- Clean, New Undergarments
- Backpacks & Jeans
- Camping Equipment
- Toiletries
- Paper and Cleaning Supplies