STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART
I have worked with Homeless people since 2003 with a four- year break. One of the trends that we have seen which is troubling is the growth in the number of older people in the Homeless population. We have seen a significant increase in the number of people in their late fifties, sixties, and seventies. That is particularly troubling because the older we get the harder it is to rebound from financial reversals.
It has been cold outside lately. When you are not sheltered, it is hard because you never seem to be able to get warm. Sometimes you are willing to do whatever is necessary to find shelter.
Recently, a sixty-year-old man called one morning from McPherson. We talked and then ` ran a background check on him. We approved him to come in that afternoon and he did. It was only later that I found out that he walked the 28 miles to Newton!!!! He is now looking for work.
As I think of each of you, I am Thankful. You have enriched my life and you have made a difference in the lives of so many people here at the Shelter. Thanks for your support. Three new people just started jobs this week. You made that possible. Happy Thanksgiving.
We Love You, Brian Bisbee
FURNITURE GIVEAWAY
If you have a need in this area, we want to bless you.
On Saturday Nov. 25 from 8-11:30AM we will be giving away stuffed chairs, chairs, mattresses, bed frames and couches. Bring your own truck and your muscle to carry it away. No furniture donations will be accepted that day. Sherry is in charge.
It is so exciting! The inside of the building is being finished. The sidewalks and parking lot are being poured.
A small church contacted us recently. They wanted to have a part in this project. They agreed to raise $500 to purchase a mattress and the shower curtains for the new building. If you would like to take on a small project, there are still some things we need. Please give Brian a call at 316-283-7711
Be watching for the Dedication and Ribbon Cutting coming up next year in February.
Thanks to the Community Thanksgiving Dinner folks who are going to be providing us with Thanksgiving dinners for us.
SOME FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reports are still coming out about how 62% of the people in American are living paycheck to paycheck. That is a very precarious position to be in.
In the last week I talked to a man who told me he had done some thinking about his lifestyle. He told me that he has decided to make some changes. He presently smokes, vapes, and drinks energy drinks. He said, “I know that none of these things are good for me.” He indicated that he spent $15 a day on those things. That is over $450 a month or $5,475 a year. Think about it, what could you do to save money for your Emergency Fund.
As We Close the Year
We need your support to finish up the year strong. We are helping residents get jobs, find Hope and transition into their own housing every month. You can send us a check or give online at newhope-shelter.org. Thanks so much!
Laundry Pods
Pine-Sol/All-Purpose Cleaner
Napkins
55-Gallon Trash Bags
Postage Stamps
Walmart and Dillon's Gift Cards
#10 Peel & Stick Evelopes
Men's and Women's Deodrants
Toilet Paper
Our mission at New Hope Shelter, Inc. is to provide a sanctuary for those experiencing homelessness in Harvey, Marion, McPherson and Butler counties by uniting the local church into a nurturing community which restores hope through a growing relationship with Christ.
It is through the love of Christ we share with those in need of hope.
Executive Director - Brian Bisbee
brian@newhope-shelter.org
316-283-7711
Our mailing address is:
New Hope Shelter, Inc
900 W Broadway St Bldg 7
Newton, KS 67114-2010