by Hosea Youth Services Staff | Jun 26, 2023 | Youth Stories
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...
by Hosea Youth Services Staff | Jun 23, 2023 | Youth Stories
“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...
by Hosea Youth Services Staff | Jun 19, 2023 | Youth Stories
“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...
by Hosea Youth Services Staff | Jun 16, 2023 | Youth Stories
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...
by Hosea Youth Services Staff | May 8, 2023 | Youth Stories
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...
by Hosea Youth Services Staff | Mar 15, 2023 | Hosea Happenings, Youth Stories
“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...
