Food Banks: What They Really Need
Allison Armijo Food banks need food; after all, that statement is in the title. However, do food banks need all types of food? Many...
The Government Shutdown and our Food Crisis
By: Stephanie Stinnett Chances are that if you’ve read or watched the news lately you’ve heard about the government shutdown that is...
Organizations that Help the Homeless
By: Allison Armijo Many do not realize that homelessness is an oppressive issue which affects a myriad of people every day. Of course,...
Malnutrition and Kids
By: Rachael McCollum When my adopted little brother first came to our home, he was suffering from malnutrition. There is a period of time...
The Importance of Warming Centers
by Stephanie Stinnett A warming center is a place where the homeless can go during the cold winter nights to receive shelter. This is a...
Effect of Art on the Homeless Population
Allison Armijo Art is a form of self-expression that works to heal people mentally, physically, and spiritually. Art also takes on many...
Homeless with Pets
Stephanie Stinnett For some people, pets are their family. When times get hard sometimes those pets are all they have. I have seen many...
The Effect of the Holidays on Homelessness
By: Allison Armijo While the holidays, Christmas especially, normally mean family time and baking cookies, the evenings are not always...
Pregnancy and Homelessness
written by: Stephanie Stinnett Expecting a baby can be a stressful time, even if you do everything “right.” You have the support of your...
Teen Homelessness: An Unfortunate Occurrence
By: Allison Armijo Teenage years should be for learning, growing, and exploring one’s identity. Many people do not realize that all...
