Asha's Story

Spring has sprung — a season of change, renewal, and rebirth rings true at HopePHL. From families opening a door to their very first apartment or home of their own, to youth entering the safety of our Youth Emergency Services shelter, to new moms seeking support of the respite nursey program at Baring House, so they can focus on growing their own education or career — you don’t need to look far to see the impact of our programs and staff on people’s lives. Our clients and community turn to us with hope for a better future, and People with Hope thrive.

Like the family of five who recently sought help from Lea, our Prevention & Diversion Case Manager:

The family was in desperate need of assistance with rent and utilities, due to a family-supporting job loss. They owed about $7,000 in rent arrears and were facing eviction, and their electricity had been shut off for three months. With three young children at home, Asha (name changed for privacy), the mom, reached out to HopePHL.

Thankfully, HopePHL was able to alleviate their needs with critical financial supports immediately — preventing eviction and providing $4,000 in utility assistance. The Case Manager also referred the family to HopePHL for items like toys, books, diapers, wipes and other baby supplies. With relief, Asha shared her gratitude for HopePHL during these stressful circumstances and enabling the family to stay together in their home, “I cannot thank you enough for this help. I really appreciate everything. Thank you.”

These life-changing services are not possible without your generosity. This story is one of thousands of families seeking our services each day – and we need your support again to continue helping the countless families, youth and young children impacted by the fallout of the pandemic years. There are still so many people in need, and we are poised to do more.

Your support isn’t just a temporary stopgap. It enables people to access the supports they need to achieve their goals and go on to live autonomous and thriving lives. And for families like the aforementioned — it’s life changing.