Christy entered volunteering at Shepherd’s House Ministries with an open mind and a desire to serve where she was needed. She says that being self-employed allows her to be flexible, enabling her to respond to the call she feels to serve. She has visited most of the organization’s sites, using her skills as a handywoman, helping in the kitchens, and getting to […]
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Volunteer Spotlight | Beyond the Meal – Diane Mills
As a volunteer serving those living in survival mode—unsure of what they will eat that night or how they will stay warm, and feeling forgotten by the outside world—first impressions are crucial. Imagine walking into a place where you can receive a free meal, and instead of being turned away, you’re welcomed by a kind […]
Shepherd’s House Ministries Expands Continuum of Care with Permanent Supportive Housing
CJ Dezort, Director of Cleveland Commons, surveys the newly developed building on Jan 31st, 2025 Shepherd’s House Ministries is expanding its Continuum of Care model by introducing Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), addressing the increase in homelessness across Central Oregon. The newest addition, Cleveland Commons, is designed to provide stable, long-term housing for individuals who have faced ‘significant […]
Redmond Center Celebrates One Year!
As we reach the anniversary of our first full year of providing service at the Shepherd’s House Redmond Center, I am inclined to think back to the days before we opened. At that time, our focus was on the challenges that we had to meet. Shepherd’s House has been serving the neediest and most hurting […]