Stories of Hope: How Mentoring and Rental Assistance Changes Lives

After years of housing insecurity, single mom “Whitney” was able to achieve housing stability, with the help of rental assistance and her FamilyForward mentors.

Families in our communities — our neighbors — continue to face ever-rising housing costs without earning a living wage, making it challenging to remain housed.

Thanks to the rental assistance and guidance from FamilyForward, ‘Becky’ developed the skills she needs to support her family independently.

In the FamilyForward program, mentors support families, challenging and encouraging parents as they improve their circumstances and create stable households.

Giving Hope: Home for the Harvest was a festive celebration, raising crucial funds to help local families work toward financial stability. It was an impactful time to gather, give, and grow hope.

Rental-housing costs continue to be challenging for low-income families as they struggle to achieve affordable living. FamilyForward is here to help.

Read these observations from retiring Case Manager Pam Van De Walle, MSW, about how FamilyForward supports families on their journey toward financial stability.

Strong personal motivation, combined with the encouragement of FF staff and her mentors, made a big difference as “Grace” worked to gain financial stability.

Thanks to her volunteer mentors, “Andrea” gained financial literacy, self-confidence and the ability to create a stable household.