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They came with questions - and left with keys!

March 31, 2025  | 
Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley – Beacon House

Five Weeks Forward

Her relationship had ended, and in the aftermath, she leaned on family for support. When someone offered her a change of scenery — a fresh start — she accepted, hopeful that a new environment might help her turn the page.

But the fresh start didn’t last. Very quickly, she found herself with no job, no transportation, and now, nowhere to live. It was her first time homeless — and she wasn’t alone. Her young son was with her.

They arrived together — quiet, steady, and close. While some days brought stress and hard choices, the shelter often echoed with the calm rhythm of their bond. She didn’t raise her voice or rush her words. She moved with purpose and kept her focus on the next right step.

She came to us ambivalent, unsure of how this chapter would unfold. But even in her uncertainty, she had one thing on her side: direction.

She didn’t waste time.

From day one, she treated each moment like it mattered — like forward was the only direction. She tackled every task on her case plan. She filled out applications, made phone calls, showed up for interviews, and followed every lead. She checked in with staff regularly, took suggestions seriously, and remained open to guidance.

In five short weeks, she had stacked up the wins:
✔️ Employment secured
✔️ Transportation plan in place
✔️ Budget started
✔️ Housing located — and keys in hand

It wasn’t magic. It was momentum.

She left with her son, a new address, and a sense of direction. And although she may not have expected to end up here, she made the most of every single day she had.

Some journeys take time. Others take courage and a to-do list. Hers took both — and it got them home.