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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 10h
#GoodNews story of the day
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With Help from AARP, Switchpoint Builds Hope for Utah’s Aging Homeless
Salt Lake City — From the outside, it appears to be an average building. But step inside Switchpoint Fairpark and you’re greeted with a warm welcome and smiles from everyone you meet.
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 1d
🚨 Resources for district residents who have been impacted by the shutdown @dcfoodproject

D.C. Hunger Solutions has several nutrition program updates and resources for DC residents impacted by the government shutdown that began early Wednesday morning.

dcfoodproject.org/emergency-fo...
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 1d
📣 SNAP Benefits are at risk of being cut. We're acting quickly to address this immediate but we need your help!
Please bring canned, non-perishable food items here:

1436 U Street(Mon-Thur, 10-3)
1444 Irving St (any time)
3318 Idaho Ave NW (any time)
*Please do not bring items to the Welcome Center
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 1d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Woodbine's burrito brigade: A lifeline for the homeless - Nashville Banner
A group of volunteers in Woodbine, Nashville distribute burritos and supplies to people living on the streets, building relationships along the way.
nashvillebanner.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 3d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Beyond the Numbers: How Tom Byrne Turns Research Into Solutions for Homelessness
“If we want to be a socially just society, we have to think about how we can provide the most basic fundamental needs people have, which is a safe, decent place to live for everybody,” Byrne said.
bcheights.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 6d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Retired Maryland Police officer washes clothes and restores dignity for the homeless
A retired Frederick police officer now drives a mobile laundry bus, restoring dignity and hope to Maryland’s unhoused community.
www.wusa9.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 7d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Sacramento's Next Move Homeless Services hosts job fair to support vulnerable community members
Next Move Homeless Services in Sacramento organized its inaugural job fair to help clients gain employment and boost confidence, marking a significant step in its more than 50-year history of communit...
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 8d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville
You can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by donating to the City Rescue Mission’s Annual Shoeboxes of Love project through Nov. 25.
www.news4jax.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 9d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Homeless father finds refuge, hope at ‘Miracle City’ in Conroe
The focus for Redus is to get homeless off the streets, with a member of his team picking them up in their bus every morning and then providing a meal along with mental and emotional support.
www.click2houston.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 10d
@TotalWine is having a GRAND OPENING in Friendship Heights and will donate a portion of their wine sales from Wednesday, October
22nd - Sunday, October 26th, to support Friendship Place!

*Coupon Included Here*

Come visit this new store for GREAT wine and a GREAT cause! 💙
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 10d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Ground broken for Utah's first modular apartment complex designed to help the homeless
Utah's first modular apartment complex broke ground in downtown Salt Lake City on Tuesday in the latest effort to help homeless people transition into housing or out of addiction.
www.ksl.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 13d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Carson City's St. Vincent de Paul Society 'HUGS for Homeless' winter clothing drive kicks off with $2,500 donation from SW Gas Foundation - Carson Now
The St. Teresa of Avila Conference, St. Vincent de Paul Society is launching the fifth year of its HUGS for Homeless winter clothing drive for Carson City homeless Neighbors in […]
www.carsonnow.org
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 15d
#GoodNews story of the day
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E-bike funding gives homeless young people a road to opportunity
Young people who were formerly homeless are gearing up for a bright new future thanks to a new electric cycling project.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 16d
#GoodNews story of the week
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 22d
#GoodNews story of the day
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High school student develops website to compile resources for San Diego homeless population
A Junior in High School, Hayden Hughes has been working with people experiencing homelessness, volunteering at a homeless shelter downtown with his sister and dad, for four years.
www.10news.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 23d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Project designed to reintegrate homeless people into the community making progress
Anthony Brown bought the old mansion at 81 Sturges Ave. in 2020 with a goal of reintegrating homeless people into the community.
www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 24d
#GoodNews story of the day
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An unusual 'village' aims to help people leave long-term homelessness for good
Chronic homelessness is at a record high, but there's a shortage of housing, rehab and mental health treatment. One ambitious program in Utah is finding a way to offer all that plus jobs.
www.npr.org
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 27d
#GoodNews story of the day
www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com/story/news/l...
Project designed to reintegrate homeless people into the community making progress
Anthony Brown bought the old mansion at 81 Sturges Ave. in 2020 with a goal of reintegrating homeless people into the community.
www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · 29d
#GoodNews story of the day
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Darkest Night 4K to raise money for homeless youth
Walk or run for a good cause at the annual Hope 4 Youth fundraiser, which is gathering money to help young people experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities.
www.kare11.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 30
#GoodNews story of the day
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Once Homeless, Veteran Now Guides Others Toward Stability | VA Orlando health care | Veterans Affairs
When Navy Veteran Christopher Peavy was honorably discharged, he didn’t expect the hardest battle would be the one waiting for him back home.
www.va.gov
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 25
#GoodNews story of the day

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Twin Cities woman takes different approach to helping homeless
Kelly Kunz began what she calls "Street Justice Ministry" months ago. She bought a bus and delivers essentials to those on the streets. Frankie McLister has more on her mission.
www.cbsnews.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 24
#GoodNews story of the day

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South Miami declares ‘functional zero’ for chronic homelessness, a year ahead of schedule
South Miami’s progress began in 2021, when leaders adopted a ‘housing first’ strategy.
floridapolitics.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 23
#GoodNews story of the day

www.salemreporter.com/2025/09/22/a...
A unique downtown medical clinic works to care for homeless patients’ long-term needs - Salem Reporter
Northwest Human Services has expanded its hours at a drop-in medical clinic in downtown Salem, and is seeing more people than ever before. Many of the incoming patients have injuries or illnesses caus...
www.salemreporter.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 23
#GoodNews story of the day
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'We don't give up': Casselton musician who battled addiction and homelessness now performing
Ken Parker of Casselton is now performing on a harpsichord his father built 20 years ago. He credits music and his parents’ support for helping him overcome homelessness and addiction.
www.inforum.com
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Friendship Place @friendshipplace.bsky.social · Sep 22
#GoodNews story of the day
www.kens5.com/article/news...
'Rainbow at the end of the tunnel': San Antonio's hotel-turned-homeless shelter inspires hope for hundreds
A San Antonio hotel-turned-shelter is inspiring hope and change, helping individuals like RJ Burness on the path to permanent housing and new beginnings.
www.kens5.com