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Spotlight on Brenda Rodriguez, Hope’s Door Next Step Coordinator
“Self- improvement is a crucial part of progress and happiness in our lives, but we can’t just strive for it aimlessly,” says Brenda Rodriguez, Hope’s Door Next Step Economic Empowerment Coordinator. She adds, “Determination, motivation and dedication are a few key components it takes to become successful.” The Next Step program, which has enrolled 173 […]
READ MORENext Step Program Client Highlight
Fleeing an abusive relationship that had persisted for many years, Rosa arrived at Hope’s Door seeking counseling services. As a result of her manipulative partner, Rosa no longer had custody of her two oldest children and was persistently trying to get her family back. Lacking the financial capability to pay for childcare expenses, having limited […]
READ MOREColleen Torpie, Reiki and Sound
Have you ever considered the healing benefits sound could have on one’s mind and body? On August 15th, six members of the Hope’s Door team had the pleasure of diving into an intimate sound experience while visiting Colleen Torpie’s Reiki and Sound Studio. Open-minded and eager about what was about to unfold, we sprawled out […]
READ MORESpotlight on Kristen Gizzi, Esq.
Originally published in August 2019 Newsletter Experiencing various forms of abuse throughout her life resulted in a deep rooted desire to make a difference and to turn powerlessness into empowerment. As a result, Kristen Gizzi has emerged as a strong, empathetic and zealous advocate. But what really shines through as she speaks, is her deep […]
READ MORESPOTLIGHT ON JULIA PELOSO-BARNES, HOPE’S DOOR BOARD MEMBER
Julia joined the Hope’s Door Board of Directors in February of 2017 and has served as board treasurer, close watcher of the bottom line, and self-designated storyteller ever since.
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