Food Pantry - Rental and Utility Assistance​
After School Program - Scholarship Program
Birthday and Holiday gifts - Senior Treats - Delivery Program
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Why we do it​​​
In 2023, B. P. wrote: "For years I have seen this door and people outside, thinking it was a place that fed people when they were hungry. And yes they do help people when they’re hungry! As a matter of fact they helped me when I was starving. But they do so much more, they rescued me! I had nothing more to give. I didn’t want my son to know the lights would be shut off and he could no longer study for his future. I tried everywhere, but no one could help. Either they didn't answer or there weren't enough funds. But then I found Erika. She didn't judge me, she even helped me find job training. It was the most embarrassing time of my life and she made it seem as if it were just like riding a bike to get the Sunday paper."
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One year later: "I’m a licensed Dental Assistant with a Radiology License. I just started out and I don’t work many hours just yet, but with experience the hours will come. I still may not be able to afford life just yet, but thanks to Open Door and Erika, I'm hopeful. Thank you!" B.P.
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March is National Social Worker Month
Our Advocacy Program
Social workers excel at meeting people where they are, and providing compassionate guidance and help.
Social workers care about people. That is why so many people enter social work each year, making it one of the fastest growing professions in the United States. They go through years of education and training in order to help individuals, families, communities and our society reach their full potential.
This month's theme Compassion + Action also focuses on the need for social workers to take care of themselves. Just as airlines instruct passengers to put on their own oxygen masks before helping others in an emergency, social workers must prioritize compassion for themselves to effectively support those in need.
Clients and co-workers talk about Erika's impact
I appreciate Erika becasue she goes the extra mile. She is kind, dedicated, and very good about returning my phone calls.
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Erika, is an incredible partner who truly embodies what it means to Be The One. I am inspired by her unwavering dedication, compassion, and commitment to going above and beyond in everything she does.
As a social worker, she is outstanding, bringing hope, support, and a relentless drive to make a difference in the lives of those she serves.
Her kindness and tireless efforts do not go unnoticed, and her impact reaches far beyond what words can express. She is the kind of person who steps up, lifts others, and makes the impossible feel possible. She truly is the one who makes a lasting difference, not just for the people she serves, but for those lucky enough to work alongside her.
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Thank you for being an inspiration and for showing us all what it means to Be The One.
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I cannot say enough about the support I receive from the food pantry and the advocacy program. Erika is amazing. Bless your heart for caring. Thank you.​
Karen, thank you for your dedication, growth, and the incredible contributions you’ve made to our team. From the start of your internship, you have shown a deep commitment to learning, growing, and making a meaningful impact on those we serve.
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It has been inspiring to watch you develop into a valuable team player—someone who approaches challenges with determination, supports colleagues with kindness, and serves with compassion.
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Thank you for all that you do. You will continue to make a difference in the lives of many.
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Erika is very lovely and very helpful. She checks in on me and makes sure that I am doing okay.​​
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​Erika is always asking me how things are going, and really takes the time to listen to me. She is a very sweet girl.
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Erika is sweet, kind and everything you would want in a person. She is always looking out for us, and never fails to do something extra for my girls. Thank you.​​​