Indy Social Services » The salvation army social service center http://indysocialservices.org Compassionate Support for Women and Children in Crisis Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:26:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Preparing for the Real World http://indysocialservices.org/preparing-for-the-real-world/ http://indysocialservices.org/preparing-for-the-real-world/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:32:02 +0000 admin http://indysocialservices.org/?p=136 “The day I came to The Salvation Army Social Service Center I had no idea what kind of help they would offer me.  People that I had me at another shelter always talked about The Salvation Army.

When I entered the shelter I already had set goals for what I wanted to accomplish in my time there.  Little did I know there was much more in place for me.  I was so surprised how many programs they offered to fit a person’s needs; for example, Life Skills, Life Paths, Bible Study, etc.  My stay taught me a lot about myself, people, patience, and becoming a stronger person. 

They prepared me to get back into the real world and maintain and budget for my own household.  My case manager and the other staff members at The Salvation Army gave me a chance to give myself a second chance and I thank them all!  Once I have now left the shelter but am a part of the Continuing Support Program and I keep in regular contact with my case manager.

Thank you!”

]]> http://indysocialservices.org/preparing-for-the-real-world/feed/ 0 Positive Determination http://indysocialservices.org/positive-determination/ http://indysocialservices.org/positive-determination/#comments Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:32:10 +0000 admin http://indysocialservices.org/?p=93 Nina* came into shelter after leaving her abusive family.  She brought her two young sons with her and was six months pregnant.  Upon arrival at the Social Service Center, Nina was determined to find a job and a safe house for her family.  She found a job at a nursing home as a CNA and works third shift, enabling her to spend time with her kids.  She has since moved out of shelter and into a house with her family.  She plans on working for as long as possible before having her new baby girl.  Nina is part of our Continuing Support Program and keeps regular contact with her case manager.

*Names have been changed to protect the confidentiality of the client.

]]> http://indysocialservices.org/positive-determination/feed/ 0 Jewish Women International to Provide Flowers for Mothers this Mother’s Day http://indysocialservices.org/jewish-women-international-to-provide-flowers-for-mothers/ http://indysocialservices.org/jewish-women-international-to-provide-flowers-for-mothers/#comments Fri, 09 May 2008 12:57:25 +0000 admin http://indysocialservices.org/jewish-women-international-to-provide-flowers-for-mothers/ Sunday brunch and armfuls of tulips are traditional ways to honor women on Mother’s Day.  But what if mom is one of more than 25,000 women nationwide who will spend the holiday in a battered women’s shelter?  Jewish Women International’s Mother’s Day Flower Project raises awareness and funds for victims of domestic violence by sending bouquets to 150 battered women’s shelters across the United States, including The Salvation Army Social Service Center.

“For so many of us Mother’s Day means corsages and lovely meals with family.  But for women who are victims of domestic violence, the holiday may pass without any appreciation or celebration,” says JWI Executive Director Lori Weinstein.  “The Mother’s Day Flower Project is an opportunity to show women whose lives have been marred by violence that we care and that we won’t rest until we bring the entire country’s attention to this problem.”  What a wonderful blessing for our ladies!

]]> http://indysocialservices.org/jewish-women-international-to-provide-flowers-for-mothers/feed/ 0 Continuing Support http://indysocialservices.org/continuing-support/ http://indysocialservices.org/continuing-support/#comments Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:53:05 +0000 admin http://indysocialservices.org/continuing-support/ “M” came into the shelter after receiving a court order from CPS regarding child welfare.  She had recently had her two children returned to her after being taken away for a two week period.  M was ordered to take parenting and anger management classes and meet with a counselor weekly.  She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and placed on several types of medications.  Within several weeks M’s attitude changed and she was prepared to care for herself and her children.  She followed through with all of her classes and is now working towards receiving her GED.  One of her children is in Head Start and the other goes to day care part time during the week.

When M first moved out of the shelter we did not hear from her for several months.  After a crisis occurred with one of her children’s health she contacted her case manager for advice and assistance.  She remains in contact weekly to bi-weekly and is a participant in the Continuing Support Program.

]]> http://indysocialservices.org/continuing-support/feed/ 0 A Testimony http://indysocialservices.org/a-testimony/ http://indysocialservices.org/a-testimony/#comments Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:23:31 +0000 admin http://indysocialservices.org/a-testimony/ For our success story this week an ex-client, “KR,” was kind enough to put her story down in her own words:

“The Salvation Army Social Service Center has been a blessing in every way.  My children and I relocated from Gary, Indiana last June.  I was broke and had no place to stay.  I was also leaving an abusive relationship and they provided us with a safe place to stay.  Not only did they assist us with shelter, they gave me guidance and resources to once again become self sufficient.  I resided in the shelter for two weeks.  Since leaving the shelter I have obtained a full time permanent job and have fully adjusted to life in Indianapolis.  The children have adjusted as well.  They recently even stated that they are happy about the move.  Thanks for everything!”

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