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“While We Waited for Housing”: One Patron’s Story of Escaping Abuse

“While We Waited for Housing”: One Patron’s Story of Escaping Abuse

by ChauncyneKinion | Nov 6, 2014 | Blog, Newsletter, Serving people

The patron whose story follows asked to remain anonymous, so for purposes of this story, her name has been changed to Christy. When you have been married for 23 years, you’re a little set in your ways. You have a routine where you expect to come home to your...
“They Say I Make Too Much Money”: GBM Fills the Gaps Food Stamps Can Leave

“They Say I Make Too Much Money”: GBM Fills the Gaps Food Stamps Can Leave

by ChauncyneKinion | Sep 4, 2014 | Blog, Serving people

The patron whose story follows requested her name not be used. For purposes of the story, her name has been changed to “Sally.” Sally had hoped to enjoy the golden years by the time she was about to turn 66. But her plans were derailed when, at 64, she was...
GBM Helps Survivor of Domestic Violence Get Back on Her Feet

GBM Helps Survivor of Domestic Violence Get Back on Her Feet

by ChauncyneKinion | Aug 26, 2014 | Blog, Serving people

The patron whose story follows is a survivor of domestic violence. To protect her safety and well-being, her name, as well as that of her abuser, has been changed. When Julie met Frank, it was love at first sight. Both were widowers, lonely in the absence of a spouse....

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