We’re right where we’re supposed to be...

I came to HopeWorks looking for an opportunity to gain work experience, earn income, and give back to my community. My spouse and I have been working hard to build a better future together, and we knew we needed a step in the right direction.

Since joining HopeWorks, we’ve been able to accomplish things we once thought were out of reach. We were able to purchase a car, and now we are working toward even bigger goals—finding stable housing and securing full-time employment so we can fully begin our life together.

We’ve been married for six years and are still waiting for a place to call our own. At times, that can be difficult, but we continue to hold onto hope. We look forward to the day we can settle into a home and continue growing as a family.

This journey has strengthened us. We are learning perseverance, patience, and how to stay committed to our goals. Most importantly, our faith continues to guide us, and we trust that God is leading us exactly where we need to be.

HopeWorks has been a true blessing in our lives, and we believe it can be for anyone who is ready to make a change.

• Jason & Shawn