Lahia Culinary Pathway

FALL NEWSLETTER - Good News - Part 1
The pandemic was unable to slow down progress at LAHIA! Since July 1st, 43 homeless or nearly homeless people now have sustainable housing!

Over the next week, we will share 3 of the success stories resulting from the hard work of a growing staff, resilient volunteers, and consistent donor support.

Here is Walter's story:
When Walter first arrived at LAHIA in early June, 2020, he was homeless and estranged from his family members. After getting to know Walter and his needs, LAHIA was able to help him receive his SSDI and food stamps. This in turn allowed LAHIA to help Walter obtain affordable housing that he will be able to maintain and a roommate to share the costs. He is blissfully content with his much needed and well-deserved new residence. He is especially elated with the “full-sized bathtub”.

Sometimes it’s the simple things that are the sweetest and for this true minimalist it was a pleasant surprise!

GOOD NEWS - Part 2

Raymond moved to Florida from Kentucky with a friend for a job opportunity. Unfortunately, the friendship didn’t last causing Raymond to become homeless. Luckily for him, he was proactive and asked LAHIA for help. Along with St. Vincent de Paul, we were able to provide it! Raymond was given a Greyhound Bus ticket from Fort Pierce, FL to his hometown in Kentucky where his family resides.

Raymond is an entry level mechanic and already has a job lined up for himself upon his return home. All he needed to fulfill this new life direction was a little hope and little help!