Tag: hope
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Salvation Army Kite-Making Program Serves as a Therapeutic Aid for Recovery
Since he was a child, Dion Richards had a passion for art. He enjoys painting, sculpting, cooking, and woodworking. His enthusiasm for creativity helped him discover a hobby that keeps…
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A Salvation Army Act of Kindness Saves a Life
As Gerald Jorgensen walks down the streets of Ottawa today, it is hard for him to process that less than two years ago, he was living in these same streets,…
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Marathon Runner Finds Hope Thanks to The Salvation Army
Joshua Koromei has only been in Canada for three months. Despite his short time in the country, he has lived in three different provinces. Throughout his journey, The Salvation Army…
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Former Client at Salvation Army Sober Living House Provides Support to Others in Their Recovery
For 43 years, Craig Smith struggled with drug addiction. He started using in his early teens and suffered multiple overdoses. He is fortunately still here to share how The Salvation…
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Salvation Army Helps Retiree Get Sober and Find Purpose Again
Before retiring, Leonard Ord had a very active life. He loved his role at a large company, which allowed him to interact with people and travel for business regularly. Despite…
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Former Salvation Army Client Helps Others Break the Cycle of Addiction
While facing incarceration in 2018, Spencer Kell decided to change his life and break free of a cycle of jail and addiction. He reflected on the ways his behaviour and…
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Therapy Cats Bring Joy and Support to Residents at Edmonton’s Centre of Hope
Participants of four programs from The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope, now share their living space with some friendly four-legged friends. Dr. Bob, Wilson, Freddie, and Leroy are the names…
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Beloved Support Worker Spends Final Days with Salvation Army Friends by His Side
Rodney Beamish is described by those who knew him as a selfless, gentle person with a deep love for God and people. He put his passion for helping others while…
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Family Finds a New Beginning with The Salvation Army’s Support
When the pandemic struck, Jessica, a single mother of three, had to deal with several challenges that significantly impacted her family’s life. She lost her job, and her mental health…
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Salvation Army Restores a Mother’s Hope During Christmas
When asked how she and her son’s holiday season would look without The Salvation Army, Sara (not her real name) gave a simple answer. “Christmas? There would have been none,”…
