Newsletters
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Fall 2011 NEWSLETTER Each day women and their children arrive at Clare House leaving behind them a journey that was unexpected. The journey ahead seems daunting and their faces reveal every uncertainty. Along the journey with us are the moments I wish you could witness; the laughs and giggles from a child who receives a birthday gift box; the smiling faces of our ladies as they participate in African Dancing and Drumming Circles, the hope when a call back for a second interview is received. |
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Spring 2011 NEWSLETTER When most of us think of Summer, we think of family vacations, beach days and backyard barbeques. But for Clare House residents summer continues to be a challenging time. While the cold winter months bring their share of perils, summertime is just as difficult with its own dangerous weather conditions, and challenges to life’s everyday struggles. At Clare House we know that our residents need our services year round. Homelessness and poverty does not take a vacation. |
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Spring 2011 NEWSLETTER Spring greetings! This time, not from my offi ce chair, but from my rocker at home. No worries, I haven’t been in an accident or am injured; rather, I am gazing down at the face of my beloved new daughter, Marley Ann. This February, our family welcomed the newest addition…a sweet bundle of joy. Marley represents to our family a new life, a new beginning. Much like Clare House represents a new start for our residents. We are here to help provide the support, resources, and assistance for our residents to have a new life—a new beginning. |
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Winter 2011 NEWSLETTER 2010 was a milestone year for Clare House. On December 8th over 200 friends, family, volunteers, supporters and donors celebrated 30 years of service! It is with much gratitude and appreciation that I, on behalf of Clare House residents, aftercare clients, Board and staff, want to send a heartfelt thank you to the Lancaster County community. |
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Fall 2010 NEWSLETTER The holidays are approaching and this is the time when many churches, civic groups, community organizations, families, and individuals are looking for ways to help others in need. Each year Clare House is amazed by the generosity of the community. During the holidays, this outpouring of love and goodwill demonstrates clearly the concern which Lancaster County has for those who suffer from homelessness... |
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Summer 2010 NEWSLETTER 2010 is a big year at Clare House. We are commemorating two tremendous milestones in our history... the 10th annual Jazz Fest and our 30th anniversary. Jazz Fest is only weeks away and we want to enjoy our 10th annual event with you. Read further for more information on the event and thank you to those already signed up to attend, sponsors and donors!! Time is running out... call us today! |
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Spring 2010 NEWSLETTER For eight years I have walked through the doors at Clare House and each day women and their children arrive leaving behind them a journey that was unexpected. The journey ahead seems so daunting and their faces reveal every uncertainty. Along the journey with us are the moments I wish you could witness. As the leader of this organization, I am constantly humbled by the stories... |
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Winter 2010 NEWSLETTER Happy New Year! Once again the holidays have re-affi rmed just how much the community cares about Clare House. Even after seven years I am still amazed and overwhelmed by the outpouring of love shown to our families. This year, as in years past, all of our in house residents and aftercare clients were "adopted" and received the joy of the holiday season with a bevy of gifts and goodies... |
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Fall 2009 NEWSLETTER As another holiday season approaches, it is time to reflect and give thanks for the gifts bestowed upon us. At Clare House we are fortunate to have the consistent dedication of donors, volunteers, staff and in fact, the community for the loving kindness given to us this year; it is a culmination of commitment and hard-work by so many even in the face of uncertain times, violence in our world and rocky waters... |
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Summer 2009 NEWSLETTER It’s said we make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. Your support of Clare House and our residents – through your gifts of time and energy and talent, your fi nancial gifts, your fond wishes and your steadfast commitment – you are making a life that’s larger by the moment. You have our great thanks for being an important part of our family... |
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Fall 2008 NEWSLETTER Clare House has been blessed to have received such support in past years by linking individuals wanting to help with families in need through our annual Adopt-A-Family project. What a difference your giving has made in the lives of those families! Each year Clare House is amazed by the generosity of the community... |
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Spring | Summer 2008 NEWSLETTER Happy Spring! A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner where Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus spoke. I guess I am not well versed in my knowledge of Peace Prize recipients; before the dinner I had never heard of Dr.Yunus and now I am reading his book, thirsting to know more about this great man and his view of redefining prosperity in terms of what happens to the poor... |
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WINTER 2008 NEWSLETTER In August I celebrated five years of service with Clare House and as I look back and reflect, I can’t help but smile. I think about Clare House’s simple beginnings and how the organization has persevered over the past twenty eight years. How we welcome hundreds of women and children each year, offering a host of programs in our own inimitable style... |
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FALL 2007 NEWSLETTER Happy fall! I love this time of year. The weather is cooler, the kiddies are back in school and the holidays are right around the corner. I look forward to the hay rides, the search for the perfect pumpkin and get togethers with family and friends... |
