Tag: hope
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Salvation Army Helps Client Heal After Escaping Abuse
A few months ago, Nicole (not her real name) from Truro, N.S., lived in an unbearable situation. She dealt with daily domestic abuse, which affected her physically and mentally. To…
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Salvation Army Helps Single Mother Give her Children an Unforgettable Christmas
Monica Cardenas is a single mother who makes sacrifices to ensure that her children have everything they need. She is currently caring for her two children and two grandchildren, whom…
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Salvation Army Assistance Makes Christmas Less Grim
Daniel Epp’s household is larger than average, with nine people living in the home, including his seven children and partner. In recent years, Daniel has faced financial challenges, making the…
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Giving Hope Through a Healthy Smile
A healthy smile can have a great impact on someone’s life, boosting confidence and opening doors to opportunities while also contributing to overall health in many ways. The Salvation Army…
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Single Mother Finds Relief Thanks to Food Bank Support
Amanda Bree from Houston, B.C., is a single mother of four. Due to the current high cost of living, making ends meet is a constant struggle. “I am a mother…
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A ’60s Scoop Survivor Shares How The Salvation Army Helped Transform Her Life
For the past 20 years, Vonda Knipfel has worked as the suppertime cook at The Salvation Army’s Waterston Centre in Regina. It is a job she loves and that helped…
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Thrift Store Manager Shares Her Salvation Army Journey
A few years ago, Nicole Ryder found herself in a difficult situation. Despite being fully employed, she was unable to find an affordable place to rent, which led her to…
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Salvation Army Adult Day Program Supports Caregivers and Their Loved Ones
Billy Doran was diagnosed with vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s more than eight years ago. Initially, his wife Jane was able to manage her job and caregiving duties. However, as the…
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Struggling Mother Finds Parenting Support Thanks to New Choices Program
In the past, motherhood was challenging for Hillary. She struggled with addiction and, as a result, lost custody of her four older children. This painful experience inspired her to get…
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Salvation Army Shelter Provides Lifeline for Client Experiencing Homelessness
Throughout his life, James Booth felt like his family was against him. In recent years, their betrayal left him homeless. James’ family was part of a cult. As he was…
