Stories from Skid Row: Carlos
Carlos is one of the toughest men Union Rescue Mission has ever seen. Find out how he left 26 years of violence and self-inflicted harm in the dust, thanks to caring people like you.
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Stories From Skid Row: Daisy
Stories from Skid Row: Daisy
You might remember Daisy from the first time we featured her story on Stories from Skid Row. Watch Daisy’s story update now to see how she is continuing to move forward, with God’s help. You’ll be blessed by her story and how far she’s come!
Stories From Skid Row: Amanda
Stories from Skid Row: Amanda
Amanda had to do things no woman should have to do in order to survive the streets of Skid Row. Expecting a child and addicted to drugs, Amanda knew something had to change. After seeking treatment, she found Hope Gardens.
Stories From Skid Row: Chris
Stories from Skid Row: Chris
As a gang member, Chris was shot at over 100 times. After prison time, he finally decided enough was enough. Hear more from Chris about his incredible journey.
Stories From Skid Row: Delilah
Stories from Skid Row: Delilah
We are so fortunate to have Delilah as our kitchen manager for both Union Rescue Mission and Hope Gardens! Find out why it takes a special person to help prepare and serve over 3,000 meals a day…
Stories From Skid Row: Rosalind
Stories from Skid Row: Rosalind
Before coming to Union Rescue Mission, Rosalind’s life had been a roller coaster. She had been in an abusive relationship and had lost her job and apartment. Now she and her two daughters needed help getting their life back on track…
Stories From Skid Row: Margaret
Stories from Skid Row: Margaret
Meet Margaret, a special member of our staff whose life experience has given her a huge heart of compassion for women devastated by homelessness. See how God is using her to care for precious women on Skid Row.
Stories From Skid Row: DeJanee
Stories from Skid Row: DeJanee
When DeJanee came to Hope Gardens, she was feeling depressed about her family’s situation. Like many teenagers, she didn’t want any of her classmates to know she had been devastated by homelessness. Learn how you helped DeJanee find joy again…
Stories From Skid Row: Gary
Stories From Skid Row: Marty
Marty successfully graduated the Christian Life Discipleship Program, but due to years of methamphetamine abuse, Marty’s teeth were still severely damaged. Thanks to our partnership with the USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, we can help people like Marty restore their smiles at our on-site USC Dental Clinic—the only one of its kind at Skid Row. As you will see in the video, transforming someone’s smile is not merely physical—it transforms hearts, too.
Stories From Skid Row: Marty